Extended nightlife comes into effect in Bangalore

Bar owners expect the trend to change in the weeks to come as people get to know about the extended hours for night life in the city, with many of them resorting to sending text messages to their regular customers to spread awareness.  

Police also geared up for the new situation, keeping an eye on revellers and stepping up patrols, with a senior police official also indicating that checks on drunk driving may also be extended till 2 am.

The state government had recently extended the deadline for night life from 11 pm till 1 am for bar and restaurants on Fridays and Saturdays while stating that the revised timing would be applicable to eateries on all days.  

Announcing the decision Home Minister K J George had said that there were both demand and opposition to the proposal, but the decision was taken after consulting stakeholders like police, tourism and excise departments and the rule would be reviewed after three months.