New Year’s Eve in Mumbai is a time to party, see friends, and raise a glass for the new year. But as the city comes to life with parties and celebrations, there is a sad truth that follows: more people are drinking and driving. Did you know the Mumbai Police saw hundreds of drunk driving cases over the New Year holiday last year? It is more than just a number; it’s a warning. Check out these tips to ensure you and others stay safe on your night out this year.
Driving after drinking makes it much more likely that you will get into a crash. Reports show that a lot of accidents happen on holiday nights when people are drunk, and New Year’s Eve is no different. When you’re driving, think about the people whose lives you affect—family, friends, and even strangers. Knowing the risks will help you make smarter decisions about how to end the night responsibly.
You are wrong to think that the punishments for drinking and driving aren’t harsh in Mumbai. India only lets you have 30 mg of alcohol in every 100 ml of blood. Driving over this limit could get you fines, a suspended licence, or even jail time. And on New Year’s Eve, The Mumbai Police do many more random checks throughout the city. People who break the law even once can get a ₹10,000 fine or up to six months in jail. If that isn’t enough to keep you from driving drunk, think about how it will affect your safety and the safety of others.
What’s great about a city like Mumbai? You’ll never run out of ways to get around! Here are some safe and easy things you can do instead of driving:
Before you go out, plan your way home so you don’t have to make hasty choices when it’s time to go.
In Mumbai, there are more than just parties. People also work together to keep everyone safe. Several plans are in place to make sure that everyone gets home safely on New Year’s Eve:
Ajmer, People often think of police checkpoints as a way to scare people away, but they’re there to keep you safe. Their appearance makes people more careful and less likely to break the rules.
These programs help everyone in Mumbai make smarter, safer decisions.
Meet Rohan, a 27-year-old whose best friend died two years ago when the driver was drunk. He says, “It’s not worth it. “We thought a short drive home after a few beers wouldn’t hurt, but it did—forever.”
Or Aditi, who says that a program for clean drivers saved her and her friends from going out on a whim one night. “Those free taxis were a blessing, even though we hadn’t planned anything.”
Real-life stories like these show how important it is not to drive drunk. Everyone around you is in danger, not just you.
At celebrations, happiness, laughter, and love are what matter, not doubts. Let this New Year’s Eve be a chance to change how you party. Find safe ways to get there, and tell your friends to do the same. You could even offer your house as a place for them to stay. You help make Mumbai’s streets safer when you choose to party smartly.
Wishing you a safe New Year! Plan, think twice, and make choices that matter to save lives.
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