Archive · 31 Dec 2025
Authorities Tighten Measures for Safe New Year Celebrations
Police and government officials are making sure people celebrate New Year safely.
In Hyderabad, they will check for drunk drivers and offer free rides for those who have had too much to drink.
In Delhi, some areas like Connaught Place will be closed to cars to manage the crowds.
In Odisha, the government has banned parties in offices and bars after midnight.
They want everyone to have fun but also be safe and follow the rules.
The police will be strict about noise and trouble-making.
Special arrangements are also being made for people going to temples and other busy places.
Hyderabad Police will conduct strict drunk driving checks with heavy fines and vehicle seizures during New Year celebrations.
Free transportation services for tipsy commuters in Hyderabad to prevent drunk driving incidents.
Delhi Traffic Police will impose strict traffic curbs in Connaught Place and India Gate to manage crowds.
Odisha government prohibits New Year celebrations in government offices and bars after midnight.
Police in Odisha will enforce a zero-tolerance policy for nuisance and require prior permission for celebration events.
- Who
- City Police Commissioners, Delhi Traffic Police, Odisha Government, Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union
- What
- Announcements of strict measures and public safety initiatives for New Year celebrations
- When
- December 31, 2025, and the first week of January 2026
- Where
- Hyderabad, Delhi, Bhubaneswar, and Cuttack
- Why
- To ensure safety, prevent drunk driving, and manage crowds during New Year celebrations
Strict Enforcement
Public Safety Initiatives
Drunk Driving Checks
Strict Enforcement
Hyderabad Police will conduct strict checks for drunk driving with heavy fines, vehicle seizures, and possible jail terms.
Public Safety Initiatives
Free transportation services for tipsy commuters in Hyderabad to prevent drunk driving.
Traffic Restrictions
Strict Enforcement
Delhi Traffic Police will impose strict traffic curbs in Connaught Place and India Gate to manage crowds.
Public Safety Initiatives
Special arrangements for devotees at Shri Mata Jhandewalan Mandir and advice to use public transport.
Celebration Regulations
Strict Enforcement
Odisha government prohibits New Year celebrations in government offices and bars after midnight.
Public Safety Initiatives
Encouragement of safe and disciplined celebrations with prior police permission for events.
- Drunk Driving Checks
- 120 locations in Hyderabad
- Free Ride Service
- 500 vehicles including cabs, autos, and electric bikes
- Traffic Restrictions in Delhi
- No vehicular traffic in Connaught Place from 7 p.m. on New Year's Eve
- New Year Celebration Ban
- No parties in bars or clubs after 12 a.m. in Odisha
- Police Enforcement
- Zero-tolerance policy for nuisance and strict compliance with celebration rules
Sources
Vijayawada Cops Intensify NY Road Safety Drive with 2K Walkathon
Crime rate dropped by 12.24% in Palnadu
Crime rate registers decline of 21.66%, says CP
Walkathon to promote road safety organised
Hyderabad Police Announce Strict Drunk-Driving Checks for New Year Celebrations
Free Rides for Tipsy Commuters in Hyderabad
No New Year bash in govt offices
Hyderabad Police Announce Strict Drunk-Driving Checks for NY Celebrations
