Manipal Cafe Manager, Eight Others Booked Over Hookah Use in Udupi District
By ETF Desk
A Manipal cafe manager and eight others have been booked by the Udupi police for allegedly allowing hookah use in the premises of their cafe. The incident has sparked a debate over the enforcement of the ban on hookah use in the district.
The Udupi district administration had earlier banned hookah use in public places, citing health concerns. However, it appears that the ban has not been effectively enforced, as several cafes and restaurants in the area continue to offer hookah services.
The booking of the cafe manager and eight others is expected to send a strong message to other establishments in the area, emphasizing the need to comply with the ban on hookah use. The incident has also raised questions about the effectiveness of the district administration's efforts to enforce the ban.
Source: Google News – Manipal.