Bengaluru celebrated the arrival of 2026 with widespread revelry across its high streets, including the Central Business District, Indiranagar, and Koramangala, marked by music, cheers, and street dancing. Authorities implemented strict regulations, deploying additional personnel and curbing loud horns, while specific areas like Koramangala experienced excessive crowds. Some residents opted for quieter celebrations, such as apartment-based tournaments, contrasting with the public festivities.