Too drunk on New Year's Eve? Bengarulu Police will drop you home

Bengaluru: Too drunk to even walk home on New Year’s Eve? No need to worry as the Bengaluru Police are here to help you out. With hordes of party goers expected to celebrate the New Year well into the wee hours of 2026, the Karnataka government has made arrangements to help drunk revellers reach home safely.

 Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara informed the media on Wednesday said the state government will make arrangements to drop heavily drunk people to their homes during New Year’s Eve celebrations. This has been done in order to prevent mishaps and ensure public safety.

What are the arrangements in Bengaluru?

According to the minister said the state government has made arrangements in 15 locations where people can rest until their intoxication subsides. 

“We will not drop everyone off at home. Those who have drunk heavily, who are unable to walk, and who have reached a state of losing consciousness will be taken. We have set up resting places at 15 locations. They will be kept there until the intoxication wears off and then sent back," he told the media.

According to Parameshwara, noted that incidents of public intoxication are most common in several cities across Karnataka including Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, Belagavi, and Mangaluru.

“Especially in the case of women, it is difficult to say what condition they may be in at that time. Some may be in a state of losing consciousness. Anything can happen at that moment. That is why we have made arrangements and taken precautionary measures. We must ensure that others do not misuse the situation. For this reason, we have put all 30 districts on alert," he said.

“In cities like Bengaluru, many people come from outside the state. When large crowds gather, there can be chaos. That is why we are paying extra attention," he added.

The minister also informed that the police have identified 160 checking points and will take strict action against offenders. 

“When large crowds gather, we have to look at it from every angle, even from a terrorist angle. Police will take action accordingly, and additional force will be deployed if required," he added.

What did Karnataka Deputy CM say?

Earlier in the day, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that extensive security arrangements have been made in Bengaluru in order to prevent untoward incidents during New Year’s Eve. 

“Bengaluru is all set to welcome 2026 with safety and smooth celebrations. Modern technology will monitor crowds and traffic, and measures are in place to prevent unsafe driving and other risks," Shivakumar said in a statement.