Nandi Hills Shut on Valentine's Day: Overcrowding, Safety Concerns Lead to Ban

• Nandi Hills will be completely closed to visitors and private vehicles on February 14 from 6 am to 6 pm.
• The Chikkaballapura district administration invoked Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarika Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023.
• The ban is due to concerns over potential overcrowding, public safety, and law-and-order issues.
• Officials anticipate 15,000-20,000 visitors and 5,000 vehicles, which the narrow ghat road cannot handle.
• This is the first time Nandi Hills is shut specifically on Valentine's Day; similar restrictions occurred during New Year.