New Year's Eve Celebrations in Bengaluru: Whistling Prohibited, Mandatory Face Masks in Public Areas; Over 7.5K CCTV Cameras Deployed for Surveillance
New Year Celebrations in Bengaluru: Enhanced Security Measures Announced
The city of Bengaluru is gearing up for its New Year celebrations on December 31, 2024. The Home Minister has reassured the public that the primary objective is to prevent any untoward incidents.
Over 11,830 personnel, including senior officers, civil defence staff, and others, will maintain strict vigilance across the city. Special picket arrangements have been made, with key areas like Brigade Road, Commercial Street, Koramangala, and Indira Nagar set to have increased police presence during the celebrations.
A total of 7,500 CCTV cameras have been installed across the city for the New Year celebrations, aiming to ensure the safety of the estimated 8.5 lakh people expected to be in attendance.
In a recent update, the Bengaluru Police has banned whistling and masks in public places during New Year's Eve celebrations on December 31. The police have also been conducting a drive against drugs for the past month and a half, particularly in light of the New Year and Christmas celebrations.
The Bengaluru Police Commissioner has assured extensive security arrangements for large gatherings in specific areas like MG Road, Brigade Road junctions, Koramangala, Indiranagar 100 Feet Road, Orion Mall, JP Nagar in South Bengaluru, and Whitefield.
Private parties on the city's outskirts, particularly in gated communities, will be closely monitored during New Year celebrations. However, the New Year traffic restrictions in Bengaluru have not been specified in the current information.
The Karnataka Assembly passed the Crowd Control Bill in 2025, aimed at improving safety at mass gatherings and public events. This bill could potentially be relevant to the New Year celebrations, enforcing stricter permissions, safety measures, and penalties.
Frequent traffic restrictions and parking bans are imposed for high-profile events or VVIP visits in Bengaluru, reflecting heightened security and traffic control practices. But none specifically tied to New Year's Eve 2025 or mentioning whistling or drug-driving controls have been found in the available data.
The Bengaluru Police will maintain strict vigilance, monitoring for potential rave parties and drug-related activities during New Year celebrations. The public is advised to celebrate responsibly and adhere to the rules and regulations set by the authorities to ensure a safe and enjoyable New Year's Eve in Bengaluru.
