India Welcomes 2026 as Leaders Share New Year Greetings
Cities saw heavy footfall at landmarks under stepped-up security.
Overview
- Congress leader Rahul Gandhi wished citizens a Happy New Year on X, pairing his message with a photo featuring Gen Z individuals he met before the Bihar polls.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended New Year wishes, and leaders across parties used social media to convey greetings.
- Fireworks and public gatherings marked celebrations across coastal, metropolitan, and hill regions as people welcomed 2026.
- Large crowds were reported at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and in Delhi at India Gate and Connaught Place, with authorities strengthening security and traffic controls.
- Religious observances drew heavy turnout at sites including Amritsar’s Shri Harmandir Sahib and churches across Tamil Nadu, while celebrations in Jammu and Kashmir continued despite snow.