Mumbai Malls, Theatres, Eateries To Stay Open 24x7 As Cabinet Clears Plan

Mumbai, Jan 22: The Maharashtra Cabinet on Wednesday approved its 'Mumbai 24 hours' policy, allowing malls, multiplexes and shops to remain open round-the-clock in the city from January 27.

Noting that London's 'night economy' was five billion pounds, state Tourism Minister Aaditya Thackeray told reporters here after the Cabinet meeting that the government's decision could help generate more revenue and jobs, in addition to the existing five lakh people working in the service sector.

He also said keeping shops, malls and eateries open in the night was not mandatory.

"Only those who feel they can do good business can keep their establishments open throughout the night," he said.