The Surat Police Commissioner has issued stringent regulations for the upcoming Uttarayan festival. The use of lanterns has been prohibited, and the city police, along with 1500 home guard jawans, will be actively ensuring compliance. Additionally, a ban on two-wheelers without safety guards has been imposed on all flyovers, except the Tapi river flyovers. Residents are urged to tie a cloth around their necks when venturing out, and flying kites on public roads is strictly forbidden.