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People across the country celebrated the New Year with enthusiasm and fervor, visiting tourist spots, religious places, and entertainment hubs. From bustling city streets to serene temples, India welcomed 2025 in diverse ways, combining festive cheer with spiritual devotion.
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Large gatherings were seen at prominent landmarks such as shopping malls, temples, and entertainment centers. In Delhi, major attractions like Bangla Sahib Gurdwara, Akshardham Temple, and Connaught Place saw heavy footfalls, leading to traffic snarls and long queues at metro stations.
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One visitor, Kajal, expressed frustration over waiting for more than an hour at Qutub Minar. “After waiting so long, all our excitement has faded,” she said.
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In Goa, thousands gathered on beaches like Baga and Calangute to witness fireworks and musical programs, while midnight masses in churches marked the occasion for the Christian community.
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In Maharashtra, Mumbai police fined over 23,000 motorists for violations like drunk driving during New Year’s Eve celebrations, collecting over Rs 89 lakh in penalties. Karnataka reported similar vigilance with Bengaluru police deploying 11,830 personnel, registering 513 cases for drunk driving, and ensuring peaceful celebrations.
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In Odisha, lakhs of people visited the Jagannath Temple in Puri, forming kilometer-long queues for darshan. The temple gates were opened early to accommodate the growing crowd.
