India Gate and Kartavya Path will permit visitors until late on New Year's Eve and the first day of 2026, a change from usual 10 PM closures. Police anticipate around 100,000 visitors and have deployed significant security, including 175 personnel and SWAT commandos. Traffic restrictions will be in place, with no vehicle stops allowed at the C-Hexagon after 8 PM. These measures aim to ensure safety during the extended access period.