Delhi is ready for the New Year celebrations but this time the police will take strict action against those who drive after drinking alcohol in the name of celebrations. Connaught Place, India Gate and Hauz Khas in Delhi are the first choice of people to celebrate New Year's Eve. Special traffic arrangements will be made around these areas. The traffic police will deploy about 2,500 personnel. About 250 teams have also been formed to keep an eye on those who drive after drinking alcohol on New Year's Eve.

Delhi Police and Delhi Metro Rail Corporation have issued an advisory. This advisory is related to traffic system and metro services. Delhi Police has issued this advisory for 31 December (Tuesday night), the purpose of which is to maintain the safety of people and smooth traffic during the New Year celebrations. Special arrangements have been made in areas like Connaught Place, India Gate and Hauz Khas. People driving under the influence of alcohol will also be monitored.

How much will the fine be if caught drinking and driving?

If you want to celebrate the new year, do not drink and drive, otherwise you will spend the new year in jail. Let us tell you how much is the fine and fine for drinking and driving in the country. If someone is caught drinking and driving for the first time, he can be fined up to Rs 10,000 or jailed for 6 months. On the other hand, if caught for the second time, he will have to pay a fine of up to Rs 15,000 or can be jailed for 2 years. Apart from this, if someone is caught repeatedly, his driving license can be canceled and the vehicle can also be seized.

Many restrictions on New Year celebrations

Delhi Police's advisory is to ensure smooth traffic in Delhi during the New Year celebrations. DMRC has also made some rules for metro services. It will be necessary to follow these rules. Connaught Place, India Gate and Hauz Khas are the most favorite places for New Year celebrations in Delhi. Here people welcome the New Year with their family and friends. Delhi Police is taking strict measures to ensure the safety of people and smooth traffic in these areas.

Special traffic arrangement in Connaught Place

Connaught Place is a huge crowded place. 11 CAPF companies and 40 motorcycle patrol teams along with foot patrol teams have also been deployed here. On New Year's Eve, there will be special traffic arrangements in and around Connaught Place from 8 pm till the celebrations end, i.e. after midnight. According to the advisory issued by Delhi Police, no vehicle will be allowed to enter the Connaught Place area beyond Mandi House, Bengali Market and other major intersections. This area will be open only for vehicles with valid passes.