Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Karnataka CM urges peaceful FIFA WC final celebrations
The Chief Minister of Karnataka, D.K. Shivakumar, asked football fans to stay calm and enjoy the FIFA World Cup final peacefully.
The government allowed hotels and restaurants to stay open late for the match.
The CM also talked about preparing for a possible drought, with Rs 1 crore given to each taluk for drinking water.
Police will monitor celebrations to keep everything safe.
Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar urged football fans to celebrate the FIFA World Cup final peacefully.
The state government allowed hotels and restaurants to stay open until 3:30 AM for the final match.
Police installed cameras to monitor celebrations and ensure public safety.
The government is preparing for a potential drought, allocating Rs 1 crore per taluk for drinking water.
Ministers and officials are working round the clock to review drought preparedness measures.
- Who
- Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and football fans in Karnataka
- What
- Appeal for peaceful celebrations during the FIFA World Cup final and drought preparedness measures
- When
- Sunday, with the FIFA World Cup final on July 19
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- To ensure public safety and law and order during late-night screenings and to address the drought situation
Government's Perspective
Public's Perspective
Late-Night Screenings
Government's Perspective
The government has granted special permission for hotels and restaurants to stay open until 3:30 AM to accommodate FIFA World Cup final viewings, ensuring public safety and law and order.
Public's Perspective
Football enthusiasts appreciate the extended hours but hope for more flexibility in future events.
- Chief Minister
- D.K. Shivakumar
- Event
- FIFA World Cup final
- Extended Hours
- Until 3:30 AM
- Request From
- National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI)
- Drought Preparedness
- Rs 1 crore allocated per taluk for drinking water
