New Delhi, September 10: A breach of protocol occurred during the G20 Summit when a vehicle from the convoy of US President Joe Biden inadvertently entered the premises of Hotel Taj, where the UAE Crown Prince was accommodated, according to sources.
The security lapse, reported on Saturday morning, initially raised significant concerns among security agencies. However, subsequent investigations revealed that the breach was a result of the driver choosing to accept another customer’s request before proceeding to President Biden’s residence.
Sources stated that the driver explained to the police that he had been instructed to arrive at the ITC Maurya, where President Biden was staying during the G20 Summit, by 9:30 a.m. With some available time in the morning, he agreed to transport another passenger to the Taj Hotel by 8 a.m.
A businessman, who happened to be the passenger, was also in the car when security agencies intercepted them at the hotel.
The driver admitted to being unfamiliar with the security protocols in place. Consequently, he underwent questioning and was later released. However, due to the breach, the security agencies decided to remove the driver from Joe Biden’s convoy.
During the G20 Summit, Delhi Police implemented a series of traffic restrictions over the weekend, as the city hosted numerous prominent global leaders. The summit served as a platform for extensive discussions and bilateral meetings aimed at addressing some of the world’s most critical global challenges.
