Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed authorities to implement stringent security measures for New Year's Eve celebrations in Bengaluru. Emphasizing the safety of women, he called for preventive steps against harassment and violence. The Chief Minister also instructed the operation of additional BMTC buses post-midnight for safe travel and the deployment of 20,000 police personnel, including officers from other districts and increased women police presence. Measures include using technology to manage crowds at key locations and establishing control rooms and help desks.