Updated Dec 31, 2020 | 14:53 IST
Mumbai Police said that they will be keeping a strict watch on night parties at pubs, beaches and restaurants.
Night curfew in Mumbai | Photo Credit: PTI
Mumbai: A night curfew will remain in place in Mumbai between 11 pm to 6 am on the New Year's eve. Mumbai Police will be keeping a strict watch on night parties in restaurants, pubs, bars and beaches with the help of drones. In absence of breath analysers due to COVID-19, the police may also collect blood samples of individuals to keep a check on drunken driving.
"Night curfew will remain in place from 11 pm today to 6 am tomorrow. Section 144 to remain imposed prohibiting gathering of five or more persons. No parties allowed in restaurants, pubs, bars, beaches, rooftops and boats. We'll keep watch using drones," S Chaitanya, Mumbai Police spokesperson said.