Large Gatherings Forbidden In Noida, Adjoining Areas Under Section 163 On New Year's Eve, Jan 1

The Gautam Buddh Nagar administration will impose restrictions under Section 163 on New Year's Eve and the first day of 2025 to prevent disruption by anti-social elements during planned celebrations.

The police will be keeping a close watch on events and celebrations in the Gautam Buddh Nagar area.

Source : PTI

The Gautam Buddh Nagar administration has decided to impose restrictions under Section 163 in Gautam Buddh Nagar for two days on New Year's Eve and the first day of the New Year, ie December 31, 2024, and January 1, 2025.

Additional DCP Hridesh Katheria, Law and Order, said that people will celebrate on New Year's Eve, which will continue till the next day i.e. January. "Amid the celebrations, various organisations are planning to hold dharna, demonstrations, and various programmes, due to which there is a possibility of peace being disrupted by anti-social elements. In view of this, Section 163 has been imposed for two days on December 31, 2024, and January 1, 2025," he said.

Around 12 cities and towns are under the Gautam Buddh Nagar administration. These include Noida, Dadri, Greater Noida, Jewar, Gaur Yamuna City, and others.

Police Set Up Checkpoints For Vehicles

The police have set up checkpoints across the Gautam Buddh Nagar district for vehicle checks. In an X post, the police said: "Under the direction of Commissioner of Gautam Buddh Nagar, the ADCP and ACP are conducting intensive checking of suspicious vehicles and persons with the police team in all police station areas in view of the upcoming New Year and taking legal action against those violating the rules."

.@CP_Noida के निर्देशन में @ADCPNoida व @Acp1Noida द्वारा आगामी नववर्ष को लेकर सभी थाना क्षेत्र में पुलिस टीम के साथ संदिग्ध वाहन/व्यक्तियों की सघन चेकिंग अभियान चलाकर नियमों का उल्लंघन करने वाले व्यक्तियों के विरुद्ध विधिक कार्रवाई की रही है। pic.twitter.com/mkyoyQnv7q

— POLICE COMMISSIONERATE GAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR (@noidapolice) December 30, 2024

New Year 2025: Security Beefed Up In Delhi 

In view of the New Year celebrations, the Delhi Police has beefed up security in the national capital. Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Ankit Chauhan said additional patrolling and specialised units have been deployed in key areas across the city to maintain law and order. 

"Security checkpoints with breath analysers have been set up at 21 strategic locations to regulate vehicular movement and prevent any incidents related to drunk driving," the DCP said, according to IANS. Quick reaction teams (QRTs) have been stationed at 15 critical points and 38 PCR vehicles have been strategically placed to ensure rapid mobility and emergency response, he added. 

Over 10,000 officers will be on duty while paramilitary forces will be deployed at city border points to curb illegal activities. 

Around 31 key locations where celebrations will be held will be under enhanced coverage while strict monitoring will be maintained in 15 malls, motels, cinema halls and other popular gathering spots. 

Security has also been upped at bus stops and critical road routes, with personnel deployed on 40 motorcycles to ensure quick response times. Eight prominent hotels are also under heightened surveillance, he added.

Connaught Place, Hauz Khas, India Gate, and areas near malls and markets will be the focus of security in the city, DCP Chauhan said. 

At Connaught Place, which is expected to have a huge influx of visitors, only vehicles with valid permits issued by the police will be allowed into the Inner Circle area. Additionally, checks will be conducted at bus stands, railway stations, hotels, and other public spaces to ensure that individuals are staying legally and with proper documentation.

Security arrangements in the New Delhi district have been divided into two zones under the supervision of senior officers. Parliament Street and Connaught Place have been grouped under Zone 1 while Zone 2 includes Chanakya Puri, Barakhamba Road and Tughlak Road.

(This is a developing story and is being updated.)