The President’s Secretariat has announced that Rashtrapati Bhavan, its museum, and the Amrit Udyan gardens will be shut to visitors for three days starting September 11. The closure will remain in effect through September 13, 2026. Additionally, the customary Change of Guard Ceremony scheduled for Saturday, September 12, will not be held during this period.
What is closing and when
- Rashtrapati Bhavan (the official residence of the President of India)
- Rashtrapati Bhavan Museum
- Amrit Udyan (the gardens surrounding the residence)
All three venues will be inaccessible to the public from September 11 to September 13, 2026.
The Change of Guard Ceremony, normally held every Saturday at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, will not take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
What this means for you
If you had planned to visit Rashtrapati Bhavan, the museum, or Amrit Udyan during these three days, you will need to reschedule your visit for another time. Tourists and citizens who booked tickets for this period should check with the official website or contact the President’s Secretariat for information about refunds or rebooking options. Similarly, those who regularly attend the Change of Guard Ceremony on Saturday mornings should note that the September 12 ceremony will not happen, though the ceremony will resume on subsequent Saturdays once the closure period ends.