Bangalore welcomed 2026 with massive celebrations! Over 100,000 people gathered on MG Road & Brigade Road. Indiranagar, Koramangala, and Whitefield were packed with party options from luxury hotels to breweries.
🎉 TOP EVENTS: Las Vegas 2025 at Taj, Panache NYE at JW Marriott, NYE Carnival at Oia Hennur. Tickets: ₹1,499-₹2,999.
🚇 METRO EXTENDED: Late-night services till 2 AM. MG Road closed, use Trinity/Cubbon Park stations.
🚦 TRAFFIC: Major roads closed 8 PM-2 AM. All flyovers (except airport) shut 11 PM-6 AM.
🛡️ SECURITY: 20,000 police, 3,400 CCTV cameras, 114 women safety islands. Zero-tolerance for drunk driving. Celebrations end at 1 AM.
💡 EXPAT TIPS:
✅ Use metro/public transport
✅ Book venues early
✅ High energy: MG Road/Brigade Road
✅ Craft beer: Indiranagar
✅ More space: Whitefield
✅ Emergency: 112
Bangalore balanced massive celebrations with excellent infrastructure—extended transport, organized traffic, comprehensive security. This is why it's one of India's most livable cities for expats!
Happy 2026! 🎊
Contacts:
• Police: 112
• Metro: 080-22975333
• Traffic: @BlrCityTraffic
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