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New Year celebrations in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru: What's allowed, what's not

 




After two years of subdued celebrations under Covid-19 rules, people are all set to welcome 2023 without any restrictions.

People are excited to embrace 2023 without restrictions after two years of lackluster celebrations with Covid-19 regulations in place. While there is fear of Covid once again, measures are unlikely in India as there is hardly anything dangerous at this point of time. However, there will be rules that need to be followed. Let's see.

new year celebration in mumbai

There is no restriction on gatherings of four or more persons this year. Anticipating large gatherings near the Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Girgaon Chowpatty, Juhu Beach, Bandstand in suburban Bandra and other notable locations in Mumbai, the Mumbai Police deployed over 11,500 security personnel at key locations across the city to prevent any untoward incident. Will deploy more security personnel. event on New Year's Eve.

Terrace parties are now allowed till 12.30 am while inside parties are allowed till 5 am. Anyone wishing to play music at a rooftop party requires a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the society and authorization from the neighborhood police station. Restaurants are allowed to remain open till 1.30 am while bars and pubs can remain open till 5 am. This year, the Mumbai Police has also allowed bursting of firecrackers, but not very close to sensitive areas like oil refineries and gas stations.

new year celebration in delhi

To ensure COVID-appropriate behaviour, the Delhi government has issued an order authorizing the deployment of state government teachers for COVID responsibilities at the Delhi airport. Over 16,000 policemen, including 2,500 women, will be deployed across the city on New Year's Eve. There will be 1,600 police pickets around the city. Delhi Police will also follow a strict anti-drug policy.

Any person found for stunt bike driving, drunken driving, over speeding, reckless driving, driving in zigzag pattern or dangerous driving can face severe punishment. No car is allowed into the inner, middle or outer zones unless having a valid pass.

new year celebration in bengaluru

In Bengaluru, all New Year's Eve celebrations must end by 1 a.m. on January 1, and New Year's celebrations must end by 1 a.m. on January 2. To avoid law and order problems, the Bengaluru Police will keep a close watch on the city's New Year celebrations. ,

Additional CCTV and drone cameras have been installed in Bengaluru to ensure that the entire city is under surveillance. City party planners must comply with decibel regulations and avoid disturbing nearby residents. A total of 5,200 civil police officers, apart from 4,000 traffic police officers, will be deployed around the city to manage the flow of commuters and party-goers.

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