Shaina NC: Mahayuti made 24/7 functioning of Mumbai possible

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC has welcomed the Maharashtra governments decision to allow shops to operate 247 in Mumbai excluding liquor outlets reported news agency ANIAccording to Shaina NC Mumbais global status and infrastructure make it an ideal city for extended shopping hoursMumbai is a global city Look at the infrastructure Look at the kind of people who have come and invested in India and with the dynamics of the better infrastructure the need of the hour seems to be Mumbai 247 Shaina NC told ANI on FridayHowever she emphasised that the governments decision comes with certain prerequisites such as ensuring the citys culture and safety particularly for working womenShe added But by reissuing a GR on the concept we have also kept in mind that the culture of the city should be intact the safety of the women and especially the working women should be intact reported ANIThe Maharashtra government issued a government resolution GR on October 1 allowing shops and commercial establishments including residential hotels restaurants eateries theatres places of public amusement or entertainment to remain open 24 hours a day across the stateThe GR mentions that establishments involved in the sale and supply of liquor including wine shops beer bars dance bars hookah parlours discotheques and permit rooms cannot operate 24 hoursShaina NC pointed out that while some may claim the idea of 247 shopping is novel the city was not previously equipped to handle it However with the current governments infrastructure and safety measures in place Mumbai is now ready for extended shopping hours She emphasised that the Mahayuti government has taken steps to ensure that the citys growth is balanced with its cultural heritage and safetySo for all those who are trying to suggest it was their novel idea was the city then equipped Absolutely not Is it equipped today Yes it is Because the Mahayuti has ensured that 24x7 working of Mumbai comes with the disclaimer or comes with the prerequisites of having safety and security CCTV cameras all across the city and ensuring that we grow from strength to strength but we maintain our culture and civilisation she said reported ANIThe Maharashtra government on Wednesday stated that all shops and establishments across the state barring those involved in the sale and supply of liquor can remain open round the clockThe government has emphasised the importance of safety and security with plans to install CCTV cameras across the cityThe decision is expected to boost Mumbais economy create jobs and attract tourists aligning the city with global metropolitan standardsThe move is seen as a festive gift to businesses and consumers ahead of the Diwali and Christmas holidaysWith inputs from ANI