Over 13,000 police personnel will be deployed on the streets of Mumbai to maintain law and order during New Year’s celebrations, with additional measures in place to prevent drunken driving. The Mumbai police have organized various programs in important public places, hotels, and shopping malls for New Year’s festivities, and the deployment includes 2,051 officers, 11,500 police constables, 22 Deputy Commissioners of Police, and 45 Assistant Commissioners of Police.
Special forces such as Quick Response Teams, State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) platoons, Riot Control Police, and Home Guards will be stationed at vital locations to assist the Mumbai police. A specific campaign will target traffic rule violations and “drinking and driving.” Stringent legal action will be taken against individuals engaging in activities such as driving under the influence of alcohol, creating public disturbances, harassing women, operating illegal liquor establishments, and selling or consuming drugs.
A senior officer emphasized the importance of citizens adhering to rules and celebrating the New Year with enthusiasm and gaiety. They urged citizens to report any law and order issues to the Mumbai police control room.
