As Bengaluru gears up to bid farewell to 2024 and welcome 2025, the city police have unveiled comprehensive safety and traffic measures to ensure smooth and secure celebrations across the city. Anticipating large crowds, especially in key areas like MG Road, Brigade Road, Koramangala, and Indiranagar, extensive arrangements have been put in place.
Security Deployment Across the City
A total of 11,830 police personnel, including senior officers, civil defense staff, and volunteers, will be deployed citywide to monitor and manage the celebratory crowds. Special attention will be given to preventing drug-related activities and unauthorized rave parties.
Celebration Timings and Guidelines
City Police Commissioner B Dayananda, in a press briefing, emphasized that New Year celebrations are permitted only until 1 AM. Authorities have also issued guidelines prohibiting face masks in crowded areas to avoid identity concealment.
Traffic and Pedestrian Arrangements
To prevent overcrowding and potential stampede-like situations:
- A one-way pedestrian movement system will be enforced on MG Road and Brigade Road.
- Ola and Uber pickup points have been strategically allocated to avoid traffic bottlenecks.
Vehicular movement will be restricted in hotspots, and pickets will be placed near malls, party hubs, and high-traffic zones.
Focus on Women’s Safety
‘Safety Islands’ manned by women police officers have been established at key junctions. Police kiosks will also offer immediate assistance for issues such as missing persons or theft complaints.
Central Division Deployment
In the Central Division, covering MG Road, Brigade Road, Opera Junction, and Residency Road, 2,572 officers, including five DCPs, 18 ACPs, and 41 inspectors, will be actively monitoring the situation.
The Bengaluru Police urge citizens to cooperate with security personnel, adhere to safety guidelines, and celebrate responsibly to ensure a safe and joyous start to 2025.
