Karnataka: Nandi Hills closed from December 30 to January 2

CHIKKABALLAPUR: Nandi Hills in Chikkaballapur district will be closed to the general public for three days beginning December 30.
This step has been taken to prevent revellers from flocking to the hill station for New Year celebrations.
In an order, deputy commissioner R Latha said people who gather for celebrations may indulge in drink-driving, causing accidents.Also, huge crowds raise the fear of spike in Omicron cases and revellers pose a danger to the environment. Hence, entry of the general public to Nandi Hills is banned for three days — from 6am, December 30 to 6am, January 2. She urged people not to come out on streets and celebrate the arrival of the New Year on their premises with family and friends.
Nandi Hills, 60km from Bengaluru, is considered to be one of the best places to relax and enjoy sunrise and sunset. People from all walks of life, especially families from Bengaluru and other places, throng the hills during the wee hours. The hill was closed for the general public on August 24 after a stretch of the road leading to it was washed away owing to incessant rain. It opened on December 1 after the road was relaid. According to sources, nearly 8,000 tourists visit the hills on weekdays.