New Year Rush: Khatu Shyam Bans VIP Darshan; Banke Bihari Urges Devotees to Avoid Vrindavan

• Khatu Shyam Temple cancels VIP darshan, ensures uninterrupted darshan Dec 30-Jan 1 with special arrangements.
• Thakur Banke Bihari Temple advises devotees to avoid Vrindavan until Jan 5 due to anticipated heavy rush.
• Khatu Shyam implements a 17km no-vehicle zone (Ringas to Khatu) on Dec 31-Jan 1, deploys 3,000 security personnel.
• Vrindavan imposes traffic curbs: heavy vehicles banned, light vehicles diverted, 7,000 parking spots.
• Devotees in Vrindavan advised minimal luggage, no valuables, follow safety guidelines, and beware of pickpockets.

Why It Matters: Temples implement strict measures for New Year rush: Khatu Shyam bans VIPs, Banke Bihari advises caution.