FIFA World Cup Final 2026: Maharashtra hotels and restaurants to stay open till 4 am, says govt

Hotels and restaurants in Mumbai and Maharashtra will remain open till 4 am on Sunday for FIFA World Cup final 2026 an official state government notification said on SundayThe Maharashtra government has allowed hotels restaurants and eateries across the state to remain open until 4 am on the night of Sunday July 19 2026 to enable football fans to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final live officials saidThe temporary extension has been approved in view of the time difference between India and the host location allowing fans to gather at public venues to watch the muchawaited final between Spain and ArgentinaNRAI request leads to special approvalThe decision follows a request submitted by the National Restaurant Association of India NRAI which sought relaxation of regular operating hours so restaurants and hospitality establishments could host football enthusiasts during the matchAccording to the official notification the Maharashtra Home Department approved the extension under Section 33 of the Maharashtra Police Act 1951 The order was issued by Joint Secretary of the Home Department Mugdha N DhuriStrict conditions for restaurants and hotelsThe government has allowed the extended operating hours with several safety conditionsEstablishments operating beyond regular hours must Deploy adequate private security personnel inside and outside their premises Ensure full responsibility for any law and order issues or illegal activities at their venues Follow all noise pollution rules and comply with Supreme Court and High Court guidelines on loudspeakers Use the permission only for indoor premises and enclosed spaces not openair venuesPolice can cancel permissionThe state government has directed police authorities to maintain strict security arrangements across cities and districts during the extended hoursLocal police officials and district collectors have been authorised to withdraw or deny the extension for specific establishments if they believe it may affect public safety peace or law and orderAn official said that the police have made adequate security and law enforcement arrangements for the event in MaharashtraKarnataka allows Bengaluru restaurants to stay open till 330 amEarlier The Karnataka government has allowed hotels and restaurants in Bengaluru to remain open until 330 am on three nights to enable football fans to watch latenight matchesChief Minister DK Shivakumar announced the decision on Tuesday describing it as welcome news for football enthusiasts across the cityThe relaxation will apply on July 14 July 15 and July 19 when key FIFA World Cup fixtures are scheduled to be played late at night in India because of the time difference with the host country