New Year's Eve: Special security arrangements, traffic plans implemented across country.

As the country rings in the new year on Tuesday night, authorities in various parts of the country have sprung into action with strict administrative and security arrangements for the occasion.

Karachi

Inspector General of Police, Sindh, Dr Syed Kaleem Imam has instructed police to take additional security steps for New Year's Eve, with special attention to churches, the seaside area, as well as other public venues.

Additionally, Karachi Commissioner Iftikhar Shallwani removed a ban on pillion riding for the occasion after directives from Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah, DawnNewsTV reported.

According to the commissioner's spokesperson, the ban on the display of weapons, possession of firearms and one-wheeling has been maintained.

Earlier, the city administration had announced that the Seaview beach - a popular recreation spot among residents of the metropolis - will remain open to the public on New Year's Eve.

Peshawar

Foolproof security arrangements have been completed in Peshawar, officials said.

Peshawar Senior Superintendent of Police (Operations) Zahoor Babar Afridi said a special plan had been implemented, which included deployment of around 1,000 officials around the city.

He said checking at entry and exit routes of the city had been made more stringent while anti-riot squads had been stationed at various places.

Additionally, police patrolling has been increased in Phase 7, Phase 5, Aman Chowk, FC Chowk, GT Road, Dilazak Road and Ring Road, he added.

Islamabad

The police has made an elaborate security plan for New Year's Eve in the capital, deploying 2,000 personnel to maintain order.

Islamabad Inspector General of Police Mohammad Aamir Zulfiqar issued directives for the deployment of police contingents in key places, shopping centres and markets. He added that people should behave and avoid any irresponsible activities.

Following the IGP's directives, all police officials will ensure deployment in their respective areas, a statement issued by the department reads. Police commandos will be deployed in some areas while frequent police patrols will be carried out, it added.

The city police chief added that traffic police will coordinate with the police to maintain law and order and ensure smooth flow of traffic.

Lahore

The city's traffic police has asked parents to cooperate...