Updated News | 06 April 2023 |20:30hrs
S S Nadar | news@debotimes.in

I would like to bring your attention to Zone 11 of Mumbai. Under zone 11 there are many Hukha parlour lounge bars, pubs and orchestra bars.
First I would like to mention the differences between these Hookha parlours lounge Bar, pub and orchestra bar.
A BAR:- A bar is a location that is licensed to sell alcohol, and often, that’s all they serve. Usually, bars are small; you sit at a counter and a bartender serves you your libations. In addition, some bars do serve finger foods, but the menu tends to be limited.
A PUB:- Short for “public house” a pub also serves alcoholic drinks. As a result, these locations offer more of a “home-like” atmosphere. There may be a bar in a pub, but often, there are tables and chairs, and a bartender or server will deliver your drinks. Food is available, too. There may also be activities available, such as pool darts, or televisions that broadcast sporting events.
A LOUNGE:- A lounge is similar to a pub, but usually, couches and lounge chairs are available where you can sit back and relax. Of course, drinks are served, and live music may be played, too. There is a good place to enjoy a night of casual, low-key fun.
A CLUB:- A club offers a more upbeat atmosphere. These locations are usually spacious and feature a dance floor or a stage. Alcoholic drinks are served and may be ordered at a bar within the facility, or can be ordered from a server. Some clubs charge a cover fee, and there are even some that require a membership to enter.
AN ORCHESTRA:-An Orchestra bar is a type of bar or nightclub that features live music performances as part of its entertainment offerings.

Now, I would like to share some important things about hookah parlours lounge bars and pubs:-
1) Minor teenagers are given entry into hookah parlour pub and lounge bar.
2) Tabaco flavour hookah is served
3) Maximum girls wear short cloths
4) Songs are played with loud volume from DJ systems
After smoking these hookahs served in their teenagers get fully intoxicated and can barely walk. Such places are spoiling the future of our younger generation by giving them entry into such places which causes harm to their physical as well as mental illness. These kinds of activities are performed till late at night without any fear of rules and police. It may be noted that the state government has banned hookah parlours under the Prohibition of Cigarette and Tobacco Act 2003.

What about the orchestra bar?
The orchestra bar owner pays the tax to the govt. for liquor and also pays the tax about for the stage where the artist performs. No minors are allowed to enter and it closes as per the government guidelines.

Our Debo Times investigation team investigated and observed the activities of above said establishments. In the year 2020 Mumbai high court made the statement that "The Mumbai Police is considered as one of the best in the world after Scotland Yard." We are also proud of our Mumbai police but now a days in the Mumbai zone 11 police constables are given duty in the orchestra bar to observe the activity And not any other establishment (Hookah Parlour/Lounge Bar/Pubs )after every hour police officer from the police department gives a visit to the orchestra bar and checking the bar like a terrorist broke in. We are totally confused that is it any big crime is going on. But no officer is bothered about what is going on in the hookah parlour lounge bar and pub so, we request Mumbai Zone 11 DCP Mr Ajay Bansal Sir to also take a look at the hookah parlours, lounge bar and pubs because young lives are at stake.