NEW DELHI / MUMBAI: Amid fears over the UK’s confirmed new variant of the coronavirus that has forced governments around the world to take unprecedented precautionary measures, the new restrictions are likely to curb 2021 New Year’s revelries across the country.
Several state governments across the country have taken preventive measures to avoid large gatherings as part of their strategy to track and treat passengers who returned from the UK in recent days and their contacts. Following a new variant of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the Ministry of Health has also published Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). These restrictions are more likely to affect New Years Eve celebrations In many cities, authorities have banned New Years holidays and imposed a nightly curfew in conjunction with Section 144 to avoid large gatherings.
With Mass vaccination COVID-19 has started in many countries and a test of it is being carried out in four states, health experts have warned that it is imperative to take the necessary precautions to prevent the deadly virus from spreading further.
Bombay (Maharashtra)
This time there will be no New Years party in Mumbai, as the civic body has imposed a nightly curfew (from 11 pm to 6 am) until January 5, 2021. The Uddhav Thackeray government has asked that minor children 10-year-olds and over-60s should avoid leaving home on New Year’s Eve. Permission will not be granted for religious or cultural demonstrations / programs.
About 35,000 members of the Mumbai police will monitor the law and order situation in Maximum City. Violations of COVID-19 safety regulations will not be allowed. In accordance with nighttime curfew restrictions, restaurants, pubs, and other recreational establishments must close their blinds before 11 p.m. sharp. Strict measures will be taken against restaurants and establishments that do not close their stores before 11 p.m. M. From December 31, 2020. However, there will be no restrictions for Mumbaikars to visit their favorite places in the city such as Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Girgaum. Chowpatty, Juhu, Gorai and Madh Island area at night, but COVID-1 rules of social distancing, mask and no more than 4 people in a group will apply. Overcrowding will not be allowed in these locations.
The holding of parties on terraces and boats will not be allowed, the organizers will be sanctioned for infractions. No teasing will be allowed from the eve, no drunk driving, no harassment. Police are also on the alert for terrorist threats to Mumbai. There will be no changes to the standard operating procedures for restaurants in Mumbai.
Delhi-NCR
Similarly, there will also be restrictions in the national capital. Delhi police have warned against any public events or terrace parties taking place on New Year’s Eve. No function without proper police permission will be considered legal and organizers will face a penalty, police warned. Delhi Police will issue detailed guidelines by December 31, 2020 today for the New Years Eve holidays. However, in Delhi NCR (National Capital Region) such as Ghaziabad-Noida (UP), Faridabad-Gurgaon (Haryana) the rules may vary depending on your respective state jurisdiction.
No more than 100 people would be allowed in one venue for this year’s New Year’s Eve parties in Noida, the district administration and the police department said. In addition, the owners of all hotels, restaurants and clubs hosting parties and events in Gautam Budh Nagar on December 31 would need to obtain permits from the district magistrate or police commissioner (CP) before doing so, as well as report on the number of guests expected. .
The Uttar Pradesh state government mandates that only 50% of the capacity of an enclosed space will be allowed, up to 100 people at a time. The maximum limit for open spaces, meanwhile, will be 40% of total capacity, with all other arrangements such as thermal scanning, disinfection, masking, social distancing, etc., shall be in place, ”said the Commissioner of Police Alok Singh. .
Bangalore (Karnataka)
The Karnataka government has said that the night curfew will be in effect between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. from December 24 to January 1. In Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, all preventive and precautionary measures to contain the spread of Covid-19 will remain in effect, the city said. policeman. The gathering of more than four people in public spaces was prohibited. However, families can have their own New Years Eve arrangements, but public events will not be allowed. Building societies and clubs have been asked not to allow gatherings of more than 4 people or public celebration.
Hotels, shopping centers, restaurants, clubs, etc. They can carry out the usual activity, but special events such as DJs, parties, events, shows, programs, music nights, etc. will not be allowed. There is no rush in hotels, restaurants will be allowed, only advance booking with electronic tokens will be allowed. The Deputy Commissioner of the Jurisdictional Police of the local area of the notified areas will be responsible for following the reservation and guest movement SOPs.
Hyderabad (Telangana)
Cyberabad police have issued strict orders on the rules to follow on December 31, 2020. The city police have instructed that all New Years events must be organized between 8 pm on December 31 and 1 am on December 1 from January. It will be closed from 10 pm on December 31 to 5 am on January 1, except for passengers going to and from the airport.
Police have warned all-star hotels, resorts and farms to take strict action if any violations are reported. Cyberabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar cautions that New Years events should not be organized without prior permission from the police.
Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
Public celebrations in restaurants, clubs, pubs, resorts, spas and beaches have been banned in Tamil Nadu on both December 31 and January 1. However, there is no curfew in Tamil Nadu. Restaurants, pubs, clubs, and resorts will remain open and operate normally in accordance with Covid-19 guidelines. Resorts located along Chennai’s East Coast Road (ECR) and Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), the two main roads in Chennai connecting various neighborhoods, will not be able to host New Years Eve parties due to restrictions related to the pandemic of COVID-19.
Guests staying at resorts along ECR or OMR will be able to take these routes only until 10pm on December 31, provided they present valid proof of identification. Parties are not allowed on beaches, farmhouses and hotels / clubs.
Jaipur (Rajasthan)
The Rajasthan government has imposed a night curfew on December 31 in all cities that have a population of more than one lakh. The restrictions will remain in effect from 8 p.m. on December 31 to 6 a.m. on January 1, according to an order issued by the Department of the Interior. No New Year’s Eve parties will be organized on the occasion and the setting off of firecrackers will be prohibited. According to the order, the markets will close at 7pm.
Dehradun (Uttarakhand)
The Uttarakhand government has banned mass celebrations such as parties in hotels, bars, restaurants, and other public places on New Years Eve and New Years to stop the spread of COVID-19. Any violation of the ban will be punished under the Disaster Management Act 2005, the Epidemic Diseases Act and other relevant sections of the IPC, said an order issued by Dehradun District Magistrate Ashish Shrivastava. The ban will take effect in Dehradun, Mussoorie and Rishikesh, where large numbers of tourists come to celebrate Christmas and the New Year.
Kolkata (West Bengal)
The Kolkata authorities have issued similar rules for the New Year holidays. In the wake of ongoing protests against the three farm laws, public functions on New Year’s Eve have focused on agitation of farmers, while others on protests against the CAA. However, the Center’s standard COVID-19 security protocols will remain in full.
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