Bengaluru restaurants can remain open till 3.30 a.m. for FIFA football world cup matches
The order came into effect on July 14, and will be applicable on July 14, 15, and 19.
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The order has been issued by Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh following a representation from the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI)
Updated - July 14, 2026 03:41 pm IST - Bengaluru
Football fans watching the FIFA World Cup final match between France and Croatia on a giant screen in a pub, in Bengaluru on July 15, 2018. | Photo Credit: Photo for representation only
The Bengaluru City Police Commissioner has extended food service timings for hotels and restaurants across the city till 3.30 a.m. on July 14, 15, and 19, in view of the FIFA World Cup football matches.
The order has been issued by Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh following a representation from the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) seeking extended operating hours during the FIFA World Cup, which is being jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Exercising powers under Section 31(W) of the Karnataka Police Act, 1963, the Commissioner has permitted all hotels and restaurants within the Bengaluru City Police Commissionerate limits to serve food until 3.30 AM, instead of the usual 1 AM closing time, on the specified dates.
The order states that the relaxation has been granted considering the international sporting event, and to facilitate viewers while ensuring law and order is maintained across the city.
The order came into effect on July 14.
Published - July 14, 2026 03:04 pm IST
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