Singapore police warn of heavy Deepavali eve crowds in Little India, close pedestrian crossings

The Singapore police have issued an advisory warning of heavy crowds and vehicular traffic in Little India during the Deepavali celebrations, particularly on the eve of the festival on November 7. The police have closed the pedestrian crossing at Birch Road in front of Angullia Mosque from 4pm on November 7 until 4am the following day, directing pedestrians to alternative crossings near Kitchener Link or Baboo Lane.

If necessary, the crossing at Campbell Lane may also be shut, with alternative routes available near Sungei Road or Dunlop Street. Auxiliary police officers and directional signboards will be deployed to manage crowd movement. Public drinking is banned in Little India and Geylang, both Liquor Control Zones, from 10.30pm on November 6 to 7am on November 10, with first-time offenders facing fines of up to S$1,500 and repeat offenders facing fines of up to S$3,000, imprisonment, or both.

The police have also warned against the illegal import, possession, and discharge of fireworks, with strict enforcement action against offenders, including jail terms and fines.

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