A total of 33 dance bars are expected to be issued licences under the 2005 norms. Representation pic

Here's a bit of news that has set feet tapping in the city’s notorious dance bars: the Supreme Court on Thursday allowed dance bars to apply for licences and operate under existing norms, according to the Indian Hotel and Restaurant Association (AHAR). Till date, only three such bars had been permitted to resume business. However, after the SC’s decision, a total of 33 dance bars are expected to be issued licenses under the 2005 norms, AHAR said. The apex court will give a final verdict on the issue on January 11 next year.