Illegal activities, hooliganism wont be spared: Pkl cops to club & restaurant operators

Times News Network

Panchkula: Police on Tuesday held a meeting with club and restaurant operators to strengthen law and order and ensure a safe and disciplined environment at nightlife establishments across the city. During the meeting, the police officials issued strict warnings regarding hooliganism, hookah service, loud music, drug-related activities and misconduct by bouncers.

The meeting was chaired by ACP Vikram Nehra at the district secretariat in Sector 1 and was attended by owners and representatives of clubs and restaurants operating in sectors 5, 9, 10 and 11 of Panchkula.

Addressing the gathering, ACP Vikram Nehra directed all operators to maintain close surveillance on visitors and immediately inform police about any suspicious activity. He stressed that in case of fights, unruly behavior or any disturbance at clubs or restaurants, owners and bouncers should avoid taking the law into their own hands and instead seek police assistance without delay.

The cops also issued strict instructions regarding drugs and intoxicating substances inside clubs and restaurants. ACP Nehra said if any establishment was found involved in the consumption, supply or promotion of narcotic substances, strict legal action would be initiated against the management concerned. Club operators were asked to remain vigilant about suspicious individuals and activities and to cooperate fully with the police authorities.

Special emphasis was also laid on the conduct and verification of bouncers deployed at nightlife venues. The ACP directed operators to hire only verified security personnel with clean backgrounds. He warned against employing individuals with criminal records and instructed bouncers to behave professionally with customers and avoid unnecessary use of force.

The police administration also reiterated that hookah service would not be permitted in any club or restaurant. Officials stated that strict action would be taken against establishments found violating the rules. Besides this, club owners were warned against playing loud music beyond permissible sound limits, especially during late-night hours, as it causes inconvenience to those living nearby.