City police take guard for New Year

SHILLONG: Shillong police will intensify security measures in the entire town on the night of December 31 and on January 1 on the occasion of New Year.
East Khasi Hills SP Davis Marak said that the district police recently had a meeting to discuss about the security arrangements for the New Year and it was decided that patrolling, checking and nakas would be intensified to check drink driving and brawls.
Apart from the night of December 31, Shillong Police would continue its checking even on January 1 since many people come out in large numbers and go out for picnics.
“On such days lot of accidents happen, so our personnel will be checking vehicles along with alcometers,” he said.
The government this year has not planned any celebration to welcome the New Year. The annual midnight swim will be held at Crinoline Swimming Pool.