The nightlife policy that came into effect from the midnight of January 27 failed to enthuse mall owners in the city on an opening day as many decided to keep their establishments shut. However, a few of them in Kurla and Lower Parel were open through the night. All pictures: Shadab Khan, Pradeep Dhivar, Ashish Raje, Sayyed Sameer Abedi, Nimesh Dave
Updated On: 2020-01-28 02:36 PM IST
After Mumbai 24X7 nightlife policy came into effect on January 27, mid-day went around the city to catch on the buzz. However, a lot of mall owners decided to keep their establishments shut.
In picture: Atria mall in Worli was shut
In picture: R-city mall in Ghatkopar was also closed.
Fun Republic in Andheri, Atria mall in Worli, Oberoi mall in Goregaon and Growell 101 mall in Kandivli decided to remain shut. However, Government officials are optimistic and feel that the footfall will increase during weekends.
Not just malls, but even restaurants and eateries decided to stay shut. Restaurants in Sun Mill Compound in Lower Parel were closed.
In picture: Restaurants and bars were closed in High Street Pheonix Mall
In upscale Nariman Point and Worli areas, several shopping malls remained closed during the night though this is being blamed on lack of awareness about the new regime.
