Independence Day 2026: A list of prohibited items has been released for those visiting the Red Fort on August 15. These items may result in denial of entry and inconvenience.

Preparations underway in Delhi for August 15. Photo - AI generated

Independence Day 2026: If you are planning to visit the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15th (Independence Day 2026), then this news is very important for you. In this article, we will tell you what items you cannot bring into the Red Fort complex on August 15th.

What all can't you take?

The Delhi Police has already issued a notification for the convenience of the public. The notification issued by the Delhi Police states what items you should not bring to the Red Fort on August 15th. These include  cameras, binoculars,  hammers, drills, saws, swords, daggers, screwdrivers, mobile chargers, earphones, power banks, batteries, etc.

^{Tight security arrangements at Red Fort. ANI}

Please note that if you bring prohibited items to the Red Fort, you may face inconvenience. You may be denied entry and may have to return.

^{Preparations are underway for the event at the Red Fort. ANI}

Tight security arrangements in Delhi

Meanwhile, the capital Delhi is under high security for August 15th, with the Delhi Police and agencies keeping a close watch on every corner. Tight security arrangements have also been made around the Red Fort.

What can't you take?

• Food and drinks, ketchup, sauces
• Bag, briefcase, remote controlled car lock keys
• Radio, transistor, tape recorder, pager
• Camera, binoculars, handycam
• Thermos, water bottle, can, umbrella
• Fireworks, gunpowder, flares, explosives of any kind
• Digital diaries, Palm-top computers, Laptops, DVD/CD players, DVD/CDs, iPads, iPods, Tablets, Pendrives
• cigarettes, bidis, lighters
• Flammable substances, matches, alcohol, aerosols, gels/pastes, perfumes, spray, etc.
• Hammers, drills, saws, swords, daggers, screwdrivers
• Mobile charger, earphones, power bank, battery
• Razors, blades, knives, scissors, wire, sharp weapons
• Ammunition, firearms, toy guns
• Deactivating chemicals and other hazardous materials

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