Maharashtra Extends Hotel, Restaurant Timings Till 4 AM For FIFA World Cup 2026 Final
Football fans across Maharashtra will be able to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at restaurants, cafés and hotels without worrying about closing hours after the state government granted a one-time extension of operating hours until 4:00 AM on Monday, July 20. The relaxation, issued by the Maharashtra Home Department under Section 33 of the Maharashtra Police Act, 1951, follows a request from the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI), Mumbai, seeking permission for hospitality establishments to remain open for live screenings of the tournament finale. The order applies to licensed eateries, hotels and restaurants across the state and is valid only for the FIFA World Cup final. ALSO READ | Argentina Vs Spain: Kerala Declares Holiday For Schools, Colleges On July 20 Over FIFA World Cup Final According to the government order, establishments must deploy adequate private security personnel inside and outside their premises and ensure that the extended operating ...