People who have prohibited items or who are intoxicated will not be allowed into places where mass New Year's celebrations are taking place.
This was announced on December 19 at a press conference by the head of the department for mass events of the law enforcement department of the Main Directorate for the Protection of Public Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Sergei Losich.
His statement is cited by BELTA .
How will the safety of citizens be ensured during the New Year holidays?
As Losich explained, during the holidays the police and internal troops will be transferred to an enhanced service mode.
Police officers will be on duty at the locations where the festive events are taking place, and the density of patrols on the streets will increase.
Particular attention is planned to be paid to entertainment establishments.
Also, control over the situation will be ensured using video surveillance systems.
Traditionally, the checkpoint will be set up with a preliminary inspection of the territory by sappers.
Persons carrying prohibited items or who are intoxicated will not be allowed into the festivities.
There will be a list of items prohibited from being carried on the stands in front of the checkpoint. You can also find it on the Internet.
The representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs called on citizens to treat the security measures being taken with understanding.
Remember that you can always turn to any employee for help and protection, Losich noted.
Author: Timur Khomichev