File photoKochi: The Kerala police have decided to bring in a set of restrictions on the New Year celebrations in the city. In a meeting between DCP Dr Arul RB Krishna and hotel managements Tuesday, the police have said all celebrations should be held as per the norms mentioned in the Abkari Law.
Key decisions:
» All celebrations at the hotels must end before 12.30am
» Restrictions were also put on DJ parties
» Ensure adequate light for all events
» Both children and adults should be able to take part in the parties.
» Celebrations should be held at the exact place for which the clearance has been given
» People won't be allowed to celebrate on roads and create trouble to others
» Do not let anyone use banned substances
» No liquor after 10.00pm
» No liquor for youth below 21 years of age
Earlier, commissioner MP Dinesh had said that these steps were taken as precaution to reduce criminal activities. The police were forced to interfere as the use of drugs was being widely reported in such night parties, he had added.
