BENGALURU-Following a request made by the National Restaurant Association of India to @CMofKarnataka, the Government has permitted hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru to extend their service hours from 1:00 am to 3:30 am on July 14, 15 and 19.
In the wake of the FIFA World Cup matches, the government has allowed food service in hotels and restaurants until 3.30 am for the three days of the match.
The government has taken this decision to make this order applicable on July 14, 15 and 19, when the World Cup matches will be held, following a request from the National Restaurant Association of India.
Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh has ordered the late night match screening as per the Karnataka Police Act.
Football fans can now come together and enjoy the late-night match screenings responsibly.
This relaxation is strictly limited to the specified dates. All establishments must comply with the attached operational guidelines. Public safety, law & order, and the convenience of citizens remain our highest priorities.
P.M. Ananth Narayan, Founder, JustBLR Group & Chapter Head, NRAI Bengaluru, said:
We sincerely thank the Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and the Government of Karnataka for approving extended operating hours till 3:30 a.m. during the FIFA World Cup semi-final and final match nights. The speed and responsiveness with which this decision was taken reflects a progressive and collaborative approach towards recognising the hospitality industry as an important contributor to Bengaluru’s economy and social fabric. Across the three nights, restaurants and restobars across Bengaluru witnessed packed houses, translating into higher business volumes, increased GST collections for the state, and better earning opportunities for thousands of people employed by the industry. The success of this initiative demonstrates what is possible when governments and industry work together, and we hope it encourages more states to adopt similar progressive measures during major sporting, cultural and entertainment events.
