Chennai: Chennai Police Commissioner Amalraj has warned that strict action will be taken against bars and their owners who violate the rules.
With various restrictions having been imposed on Tasmac liquor shops and bars in Tamil Nadu, Chennai Police Commissioner Amalraj held discussions with bar owners and managers operating in Chennai city.
More than 200 bar owners and managers participated in this consultation meeting held at the Chennai Police Commissioner’s office.
The Police Commissioner gave advice on various issues, including bar licenses, legal regulations, permitted hours, and bribery.
After the consultation meeting, bar owners and managers said, ‘There is no need to pay bribes to any official, and apart from the legally prescribed fee for obtaining certificates such as licenses, do not pay any other amount.
They also said that the Police Commissioner had instructed that if any officer from the police department asks for a bribe, a complaint can be filed immediately.’
Bar managers said that the Police Commissioner had instructed them to strictly adhere only to the government-prescribed bar operating hours and not to engage in illegal activities, including selling liquor after the permitted time.
Similarly, Police Commissioner Amalraj has warned that strict action will be taken against bars and owners that operate in violation of the rules, as well as against officials who take bribes from them.
