Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara reported that New Year celebrations across the state, including Bengaluru, were largely peaceful with no major untoward incidents, traffic jams, or accidents. Approximately seven to eight lakh people participated in Bengaluru's festivities, with 20,000 police personnel deployed. The minister also addressed concerns about contraband being thrown into Belagavi prison and noted an increase in robbery cases, suspecting outside gangs. He emphasized societal change is needed to prevent honor killings, citing a recent case.