Delhi Police apprehended 966 individuals in southeast Delhi as part of 'Operation Aaghat 3.0' to prevent crime ahead of New Year celebrations. The operation resulted in the seizure of arms, drugs, and illegal liquor. Meanwhile, the Congress party announced its 'MGNREGA Bachao Abhiyan' starting January 5, protesting the repeal of the UPA-era rural employment act. Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh's remarks praising the organizational strength of the BJP ahead of a party meeting also caused discussion.