Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Delhi Extends Hours for World Cup Final
The Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, has invited fans of Lionel Messi to enjoy the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final in city restaurants and cafes that are allowed to stay open till 4 a.m.
This is part of the government's efforts to make it easier for people to enjoy the big football match together.
The Delhi government has been working on making it easier for businesses to operate, including allowing them to stay open 24 hours a day.
They have also increased the budget and passed a bill to make it simpler for businesses to follow rules and avoid minor legal issues.
This is all part of their plan to boost the economy and make life easier for both businesses and people in Delhi.
The match will feature Argentina, led by Messi, against Spain, and is expected to be a historic event.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta invites Messi fans to enjoy the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final in cafes and restaurants till 4 a.m.
The government's 24x7 business-friendly operating framework allows establishments to stay open late.
The Delhi government has increased the budget from Rs 75,000 crore to Rs 1 lakh crore.
The Delhi Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, aims to decriminalise minor offences and promote ease of doing business.
The bill aligns with the Central Government's Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023/2025.
- Who
- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Lionel Messi fans
- What
- Invitation to enjoy the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final in cafes and restaurants till 4 a.m.
- When
- During the weekend of the World Cup Final
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To allow fans to experience football's biggest night together and promote economic growth and ease of doing business
- Event
- FIFA World Cup 2026 Final
- Location
- Delhi, India
- Time Extension
- 4 a.m.
- Government Initiative
- 24x7 business-friendly operating framework
- Budget Increase
- Rs 75,000 crore to Rs 1 lakh crore
- Bill Approved
- Delhi Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026
- Central Government Act
- Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023/2025
- Teams Playing
- Argentina vs. Spain
Sources
Football fever: Delhi CM asks Messi fans to enjoy World Cup Final in cafes till 4 am
Delhi extends restaurant hours till 4 am for Argentina vs Spain World Cup final - Telegraph India
'Ready for...': Delhi CM says restaurants, cafes to stay open until 4am for FIFA World Cup 2026 final