In a fervent plea to the district collector, exasperated residents of upmarket Shivaji Nagar have called for the cancellation of licenses for four liquor bars situated within a mere 50-meter radius. Fed up with the incessant disturbance, locals have voiced concerns over the unruly behavior of intoxicated patrons, warning of potential consequences should any untoward incidents befall the neighborhood.
Nestled within a multi-storied building, with some establishments sprawling across the 16th, 19th, and 20th floors, along with a solitary one nestled in a residential bungalow, these bars have become the epicenter of woes for residents. “The continuous influx of patrons indulging in intoxicants has bred chaos in our community,” expressed residents in a missive to the district collector, highlighting the discomfort faced by women and children due to the inebriated state of many exiting the premises.
With a school and a temple merely 100 meters away, concerns about the adverse impact on the neighborhood’s sanctity and safety have been underscored. “Navigating past these establishments after dusk is not just daunting but perilous,” lamented residents, citing instances of late-night disturbances and blaring music disrupting the peace.
Parking predicaments exacerbate the issue, as guests often resort to haphazard parking, obstructing resident entryways due to insufficient parking within the building premises. “The deteriorating street lights, coupled with the lack of traffic management, amplify the peril,” residents emphasized, detailing numerous altercations spilling over from the bars onto the streets.
Despite repeated complaints to the authorities, residents allege that some outlets managed to secure licenses without prior community consent, exacerbating the situation. “The licenses were granted without due consideration for the community’s well-being,” residents deplored, beseeching the collector to intervene and rescind the permits for these establishments.
As tensions escalate and frustrations mount, Shivaji Nagar residents are determined to reclaim the tranquility of their neighborhood, urging swift action from the authorities to alleviate their plight.