Assam Extends Restaurant Hours Till 3:30 am During FIFA World Cup Semi-Finals, Final
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has extended restaurant operating hours in Guwahati and other districts to accommodate fans watching the FIFA World Cup semi-finals and final. The move aims to support local businesses and enhance the viewing experience for sports enthusiasts.
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Government-led initiatives to support public viewing of global sporting events can boost local hospitality economies and community engagement.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced an extension of restaurant operating hours in Guwahati and other districts to enable football fans to watch the FIFA World Cup semi-finals and final without inconvenience.In a statement issued on Tuesday via a post on X, the Chief Minister said restaurants in Guwahati have been permitted to remain open till 3:30 am on July 15, 16, 19 and 20, coinciding with the FIFA World Cup semi-finals and final.Football unites people, and we want our sports lovers to enjoy the FIFA World Cup semi-finals and final without inconvenience.I have authorised the District Administration in Guwahati to extend restaurant operating hours till 3:30 AM on 15th, 16th, 19th and 20th July, to...
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