Mumbai malls to be open 24x7 from January 26
The HinduState Tourism Minister Aaditya Thackeray’s dream project, Mumbai Nightlife, has finally taken shape. On Thursday, the State government ironed out the policy, as per which malls, shopping complexes in commercial areas, gated communities and mill compounds will be allowed to remain open 24x7 if they wish to. On Thursday, Mr. Thackeray, now Tourism Minister and Guardian Minister for Mumbai suburbs, convened a meeting with Municipal Commissioner Praveen Pardeshi and Police Commissioner Sanjay Barve apart from representatives of various establishments. “Any commercial establishment that does not serve alcohol located inside a gated community, mill compound or a commercial area will be allowed to stay open 24x7. Any bar/pub/mall/eatery which is a security threat for residential areas or puts burden on police will be opposed.” Addressing the media on Friday, Mr. Thackeray said, “From January 26, the policy will be implemented in Nariman Point, Kala Ghoda, BKC and mill compounds.