Wed Dec 31 07:23:34 UTC 2025: Okay, here’s a summary of the text and a rewritten version of it as a news article:
Summary:
Bengaluru is preparing for New Year’s Eve celebrations in 2026, anticipating a large crowd. City traffic police have implemented traffic restrictions and diversions to manage the expected influx of over 1 million people in popular areas like M.G. Road and Brigade Road. To ensure safety and security, the government has deployed 20,000 police personnel and introduced a Heat Map system to monitor crowd density. Public transportation, including metro and bus services, will be extended late into the night to facilitate convenient travel for revelers.
News Article:
Bengaluru Braces for Massive New Year’s Eve Celebration; City Implements Security and Transportation Measures
Bengaluru, December 31, 2025 – As Bengaluru prepares to ring in 2026, city officials are implementing comprehensive measures to manage the expected influx of over a million revelers for New Year’s Eve celebrations.
The Bengaluru traffic police have announced a series of restrictions and diversions in high-footfall areas such as M.G. Road, Brigade Road, Indiranagar, Koramangala, and around major malls, aiming to minimize traffic congestion and prevent incidents.
“We are expecting a significant turnout this year,” stated a traffic police spokesperson. “Our priority is ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors celebrating in the city.”
The State government has deployed approximately 20,000 police personnel throughout Bengaluru. For the first time, a Heat Map system will be used to monitor crowd density in real-time, allowing authorities to respond quickly to potential overcrowding.
Public transportation will be extended to accommodate late-night travelers. Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has announced that services on the Purple, Green, and Yellow Lines will operate late into the night on January 1, 2026. Trains will run at 8-minute intervals on the Purple and Green Lines and at 15-minute intervals on the Yellow Line from 1:30 p.m. on December 31 until the end of the extended service period. M.G. Road Metro Station will be closed from 10 p.m., but trains will continue to stop at Trinity and Cubbon Park stations. Token sales will stop at Trinity and Cubbon Park after 11 p.m. but passengers can use QR tickets or smart cards.
Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) will also operate special bus services from 11 p.m. on December 31 to 2 a.m. on January 1. These buses will depart from M.G. Road Metro Station and Brigade Road, connecting to various destinations across the city, including Electronics City, Jigani, Sarjapura, Kengeri KHB Quarters, Janapriya Township, Nelamangala, Yelahanka, Bagalur, Hosakote, Channasandra, Kadugodi, Banashankari, Jeevan Bhimanagara, Central Silk Board, and Koramangala.
City officials are urging revelers to use public transportation and to be aware of the security measures in place. They are also reminding everyone to celebrate responsibly and to be mindful of their surroundings.
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