New Year's Eve | Don't use whistles and uncanny masks during celebrations: Bengaluru Police Commissioner

Bengaluru: Bengaluru Police Commissioner B Dayananda on Tuesday urged revellers to avoid using loud horn toys (whistles) and wearing unusual masks during New Year Eve celebrations, describing them as public nuisances.

Speaking to the media, Dayananda highlighted incidents where youngsters used whistles and strange masks during events like Kadlekai Parishe and Avarebele Mela, advising against such actions.

“These small toys cause public disturbance and annoy the crowd. We therefore appeal to people to refrain from using them. Masks conceal a person’s face, making it difficult to identify them; hence, we advise against their use,” Dayananda stated.

The city’s top police official also issued a subtle warning to potential troublemakers and lawbreakers, emphasising that the entire city, especially popular party spots, would be under strict police surveillance.“

From the police commissioner to the last officer on duty, we will be present to manage and oversee the celebrations,” Dayananda said.

More than 11,000 police personnel have been deployed across the city to monitor the festivities. Additionally, over 70 Karnataka State Reserve Police (KSRP) and 21 City Armed Reserve (CAR) platoons have been stationed at major party hotspots.