Section 144 extended in Pune till March 31; Bars and restaurants close before 1:30 am | Check Restrictions
Section 144 in Pune: According to police, key restrictions include all bars and permit rooms strictly adhering to the 1:30 am closing time.
Pune: The restrictions imposed under Section 144 have been extended in Pune till March 31, Pune Police said, adding that the decision was taken after consultation with all stakeholders. Earlier this month, Section 144 was imposed in the city by the Pune Police until March 4.
Giving details, Pune Police said that a meeting was held with all stakeholders on February 28 and the authorities had considered all suggestions and objections from them and accordingly a revised order was passed on Monday.
After the meeting, Pune Police issued 26 directives for a safe environment and maintenance of peace in the city.
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- According to police, the main restrictions are that all bars and permit rooms strictly adhere to the 1:30 am closing time.
- All indoor music performance limits must be 1:30 am.
- The limit for outdoor music performances should be 10:00 PM.
- No more orders for food and drinks may be taken after 1:15 am.
- A 30 minute grace period will be allowed to leave their establishment.
The police said they have incorporated possible suggestions from the stakeholders, and now all stakeholders must adhere to the police guidelines.
Commenting on Section 144 in the city, Ganesh Shetty, president of Pune Restaurants and Hoteliers Association (PRAHA), told HT, “We have told the police that some police officials are forcing restaurant owners to close at 11.30 pm. They should at least allow us to do business before 1:30 am. ”
He further added that they have requested the police not to intervene in liquor-related cases. According to the government’s GR, such cases should be dealt with by the state excise department.