Traffic advisory

MG Road Metro station to stay shut for boarding after 11 pm on Dec 31, flyovers out of bounds

- EXPRESS NEWS SERVICE @Bengaluru

TO avoid stampede at the MG Road Metro Station after New Year celebrations, the city police in coordination with BMRCL officials, have decided to close the station for boarding on Tuesday night. Passengers will only be allowed to alight at the station, while those wishing to board must use either Cubbon Park or Trinity Metro stations.

Speaking to the media about security arrangements for New Year's eve, City Police Commissioner B Dayananda said public celebrations will be permitted only with prior government approval, and events can be held only until 1 am. All flyovers, except the one leading to Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), will be operational across all eight divisions. Besides, towing vehicles will be used to tow away vehicles parked in no-parking zones.