The enforcement follows a series of murders and public violence, with police aiming to enhance safety. However, their methods, including harsh treatment of innocents, have created public unease.
Hyderabad: With the Hyderabad police acting tough against hotels and commercial establishments and forcing them to close down early, the night tourism or nightlife in the old city has gone for a toss.
Decline in Night Tourism: The nightlife in Hyderabad’s Old City, particularly around Charminar, has been significantly affected due to stringent actions by the police, who are enforcing early closures of hotels and commercial establishments.
Visitor Hesitancy: Both locals and tourists are now reluctant to visit the area after 10 pm, whereas the vicinity used to be lively until late at night just a month ago.
Business Impact: Traders and hotel managers report a decline in business as the public perceives night restrictions, deterring people from visiting.
Public Safety Concerns: The enforcement follows a series of murders and public violence, with police aiming to enhance safety. However, their methods, including harsh treatment of innocents, have created public unease.
Historical Context and Social Perspective: Social activists and residents recall that the Old City’s image has improved over the last decade, transitioning from a violence-prone area to a safer place. Current police actions threaten this progress, potentially reverting the area to a ‘no-visit’ status for outsiders.
Official Stance: Police officials defend their actions as necessary for public safety, emphasizing that recent crimes have targeted innocent individuals, necessitating strict measures to keep people indoors after midnight.
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