Extended timing (hrs): Permit room/club: 05:00, Liquor shop: 01:00, Mild beer bar: 05:00, Country liquor: 01:00.
Mumbai’s bars and hotels hosting New Year parties have received a bonanza from the city’s police – stay open till 05:00 hrs.
However, this comes with a few riders; ensure the security of women by deploying additional guards and CCTV cameras, and ensure proper parking management.
The excise department gave its consent on Dec 21, but at the eleventh hour the police and home department nod is forcing the industry to make these last-minute arrangements. But the city police are still waiting for the circular from the state government.
