Amid new mutant coronavirus strain from UK, Guwahati police on Tuesday issued guidelines for party-goers for New Year celebrations on December 31. The order was passed by Police Commissioner of Guwahati Munna Prasad Gupta.

Guidelines –

• Only licensed bars can be opened till 12 AM midnight with not more than 50% capacity.

• Masks and use of sanitizers are mandatory.

• Naka checking will be installed at various places in the city.

• Guwahatians are urged not to drive vehicles under the influence of alcohol. "We will keep a close eye on the drunkards" the police commissioner said.

• Loud music will not be allowed after 10 PM.