Archive · 29 Jun 2025

Gurgaon BYOB Venues Face Restrictions, Owners Express Concerns

Gurgaon BYOB Venues Face Restrictions, Owners Express Concerns

Imagine places in Gurgaon where you could bring your own alcohol to enjoy live music.

Now, new rules have made it harder for these places, called BYOBs or 'ahatas,' to operate.

The government increased fees and stopped them from having live events.

Owners are worried because they have to pay a lot more money, lost space, and can't make as much money.

They've had to close or cut back, and some people lost their jobs.

The government says things will eventually be okay, but the owners think it will hurt their business and the people who like to go there.

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