Excise Department cracks down on New Year's Eve booze parties in Indore

As New Year's Eve approaches, law enforcement agencies across Colorado are intensifying efforts to curb impaired driving. The Colorado Department of Transportation reports that this year, 190 people have died in accidents attributed to impaired drivers, accounting for 30% of all traffic fatalities. In response to this alarming statistic, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Colorado and Uber are collaborating to offer $7 ride credits to encourage individuals to use rideshare services instead of driving under the influence. This initiative employs the code SAFECO24, which can be used in the Uber app from December 25 through January 1, 2025. In the previous year, authorities reported 239 DUI arrests during the same holiday, illustrating the ongoing challenge of drunk driving in the state. Colorado State Patrol Chief Colonel Matthew C. Packard emphasized the importance of planning ahead for a safe ride home. Legislative changes are also on the horizon, with a new law prohibiting the use of mobile electronic devices while driving set to take effect on January 1, 2025. Such measures, including planned DUI enforcement periods like the upcoming Winter Blitz from January 9 to 22, reflect the state's commitment to reducing impaired driving incidents during the festive season. Meanwhile, in Indore, India, the Excise Department is implementing strict regulations for New Year’s events, requiring organizers to obtain licenses to serve alcohol. This action aims to maintain public order and prevent possible disturbances caused by unauthorized alcohol consumption during celebrations. Special monitoring teams are being deployed to ensure compliance, and there are demands from local organizations for stringent measures against drunk driving. Overall, these initiatives underscore a collective effort to ensure safety and responsibility during New Year’s festivities.