Delhi Police Readies 20,000-Strong Force for New Year’s Eve: Tight Security, Traffic Diversions in Place

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Delhi: As New Year’s Eve approaches, Delhi is gearing up for large-scale celebrations with a major security deployment to maintain law and order. The Delhi Police has announced plans to deploy 20,000 personnel, including traffic police, paramilitary forces, and specialized teams, to ensure a smooth and safe celebration across the city.

The security personnel will be stationed throughout key areas, including borders with Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, as many revellers from neighboring states traditionally come to Delhi for the New Year celebrations.

Deputy Superintendent of Police (New Delhi) Devesh Kumar highlighted the comprehensive safety measures in place, saying, “We have prepared a comprehensive arrangement to ensure the safety and security of all residents and visitors during the upcoming New Year’s Eve celebrations.”

To further elaborate, Delhi Police officials explained the structure of the deployment. “Zone-A will be supervised by additional DCP-I at places like the Parliament Street and Connaught Place. Zone-B will be supervised by Additional DCP-II at places like Chanakya Puri, Barakhamba Road, and Tughlak Road,” said the DCP. He also mentioned the staffing details: four Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs), 23 inspectors, 648 police staff, 100 home guards, 11 companies of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF), including 1 company of women personnel, will be part of the deployment.

Additionally, authorities are set to deploy multiple special teams, including 43 foot-patrolling teams, two bomb disposal squads, 28 metal detectors, and 30 motorcycle-patrolling teams. The operation will also include two jail vans, 29 border pickets, and 30 vehicle-checking parties to ensure security at key points.

Traffic will be closely monitored, and buses heading towards Connaught Place will be diverted starting from 7 pm on December 31, while exit gates at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station will be closed after 9 pm to avoid overcrowding.

In addition, the police will conduct checks to combat drunken driving and ensure compliance with the Excise Laws. An excise inspector will be deployed to monitor any violations.

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