In a significant shift from traditional New Year celebrations, thousands of Serbians took to the streets to protest against the government, fueled by outrage over a deadly canopy collapse at a railway station that claimed lives and has been linked to alleged corruption and negligence. Serbian prosecutors have indicted 13 individuals, including a former minister, in connection with the tragic incident that has sparked widespread demonstrations across the country. Students have played a prominent role in the protests, rallying outside government buildings and demanding accountability from officials. As the country enters the new year, the atmosphere is charged with a sense of urgency for reform and justice among the protesters.