Police issue guidelines for pubs and bars ahead of New Year after Goa incident

BENGALURU: In the wake of the Goa nightclub tragedy, the city police have released a set of guidelines for pubs, bars and restaurants ahead of the New Year celebrations.

Young crowds are already gearing up to welcome the New Year in Silicon City. The police have issued these guidelines twenty days before the festivities begin after senior officers held a meeting with owners of pubs, bars and restaurants and have imposed strict rules for the New Year celebrations.

Key rules:

Parties in pubs, bars, and restaurants must have permission from the Fire department.

If Fire and Emergency Services clearance is not secured, the establishment will be closed.

Operating without required permission will invite legal action.

If overcrowding during a party leads to an accident, the owners will be held liable.

Establishments cannot admit more customers than their licenced capacity.

Service must not extend beyond the time limit stipulated by the authorities.

CCTV cameras are mandatory in every venue where celebrations are held.

Special attention must be given to the safety of women patrons.

The city police have emphasized that these measures are aimed at preventing any untoward incidents and ensuring a safe environment for all revellers as Bengaluru rings in the New Year.