Streets remained deserted and security was tightened in many parts of the world to maintain COVID-19 protocols during the new year 2021 celebrations. As they bid goodbye to 2020, many took a sigh of relief at the end of what was a devastating year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The New Year 2021 celebrations remain muted all over the world, as the fear of the pandemic still remains. Despite the beginning of vaccination drives against COVID-19 in a few countries, the new strain of coronavirus kept many indoors. Check out these pictures of how the world welcomed the new year with deserted streets and tightened security:

Source: dna January 01, 2021 06:33 UTC