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Delhi hotels and restaurants to serve liquor from Sep 9 on a trial basis

However, hotels, restaurants and clubs in the Covid-19 containment zones will remain closed

Liquor, wine, Alcohol, Illustration: Ajay Mohanty
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An official said that no standing customer will be served liquor and all establishments will also have to ensure provision for sanitiser dispenser and thermal scanning at the entrance | Illustration: Ajay Mohanty

Press Trust of India New Delhi

Hotels, restaurants and clubs in Delhi were allowed to serve liquor on a trial basis from September 9-30, but not more than 50 per cent of their seating capacity will be allowed so that Covid-19 distancing norms are followed, officials said Thursday.

As these outlets prepare to serve liquour after over a five-month gap due to the coronavirus pandemic, an official said only asymptomatic customers and staff will be allowed and wearing a mask will be mandatory for entry.

Lt Governor Anil Baijal, who is also the Chairman of Delhi Disaster Management Authority, approved the Delhi government's proposal to allow hotels, clubs