Mangaluru, January 01: As it crossed mid night yesterday, citizens in the city were seen engaged in joyous celebrations welcoming the New Year with much enthusiasm.
People across the city were seen moving to the New Year parties that were organized on the eve of new year across the city. Children, youths and elders were seen merrily dancing and enjoying in the party along with their family and friends.
Various clubs, hotels and resorts across the city that organized the New Year parties were full of families.
The police department had issued strict guidelines and tight security was also made in order to ensure that the New Year celebrations would go on safely. No untoward incidents were reported.