The Bengaluru City Police Commissioner received credible information that
several bars and restaurants in the West zone of the city were illegally employing female
servers and engaging in unlawful activities.
Based on this information,11 special police teams were formed in the West zone.
A special raid was conducted on bars and restaurants falling under the jurisdictions of
Upparpet,Cottonpet,Kalasipalya,Cubbon Park and Ashoknagar Police Stations.
During the raid, it was found that 19 bars and restaurants were violating
regulations by employing female workers who were provocatively dressed and standing
near customers’ tables in an indecent manner. Further violations observed included
absence of appointed female security guards, Lack of cleanliness in kitchen areas. Not
designating or maintaining a proper smoking zone and Operating beyond permitted
hours.
Customers who violated COTPA (Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act)
regulations were fined on the spot. Reports have been submitted to the respective police
stations for further legal action against the owners of the bars and restaurants.
Another significant finding was that violations were not limited to police
regulations but also extended to health and excise departments. These findings have been
communicated to the concerned departments, requesting appropriate action. Strict
monitoring will continue for these commercial establishments in the coming days. If
found violating regulations again, their licenses will be canceled. If the public faces any
inconvenience or notices any such violations, they are encouraged to call the helpline
number/Namma 112. The identity of informants will be kept confidential.
This special raid operation was conducted under the guidance of
Sri. C. Vamsi krishna, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Police, West Zone, and under the
leadership of Sri. S. Girish, IPS, Deputy Commissioner of Police, West Division, with
the involvement of officers and staff from the Central and West Divisions as part of the
11 special police teams.
