Bars in hotels, multiplexes to open

Tribune News Service

Chandigarh, November 10

The Punjab Government today allowed opening of more activities in areas outside the containment zones, including opening of bars in hotels, shopping malls, and multiplexes.

An official spokesperson said the government had decided to allow opening of bars in hotels, shopping malls, and multiplexes located in areas outside containment zones.

He added managements of such commercial establishments must ensure meticulous compliance of the standard operating procedure issued by the health department from time to time.

On June 8, the state government had allowed opening of hotels, restaurants and other hospitality services and shopping malls, etc. in areas outside containment zones with a stipulation that while liquor could be served in restaurants and hotel rooms as per license of excise department, bars would have to be kept closed as per the previous guidelines.