Karnataka lets Bengaluru restaurants stay open until 3:30 AM for FIFA World Cup 2026 screenings
On NRAI's request, the Karnataka government cleared Bengaluru hotels and restaurants to extend food service to 3:30 AM on July 14, 15 and 19, aligning with late-night FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal and final broadcasts to capture matchday footfall and dining spend.
Karnataka government, on NRAI's request, allows Bengaluru hotels and restaurants to extend food service until 3:30 AM on July 14, 15 and 19 for FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal and final late-night screenings.
Why this matters
NRAI continues to push for extended trading windows, following its move to clear Bengaluru restaurants to serve till 3:30 AM for FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout nights, tying late-night events to footfall gains.
Footfall remains steady with 362 signals logged over the past 90 days.