Thiruvananthapuram welcomed the New Year with vibrant lighting and floral displays at Kanakakkunnu Palace grounds, featuring a Light Festival with 35,000 flowering pots. Families and children were the primary attendees, with lower youth participation noted. Other city locations like Shanghumugham beach and Lulu Mall also saw crowds. Police managed traffic and ensured visitor safety, reporting a lower turnout than previous days but efficient management.