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Delhi Aerocity, with a heavy presence of branded hotels, is a convenient hub for business and leisure travelers alike.
The Delhi government said it would allow restaurants to operate round the clock in the Delhi Aerocity business district near the Delhi airport. The area currently has several 4- and 5-star hotels operating throughout the day and night, as well as office and retail spaces meant for the convenience of travelers.
Due to the close proximity to the airport, the area has a heavy footfall, and travelers come in at all times of the day. With this approval, standalone restaurants in the Aerocity area will be able to function throughout the day and cater to these tourists.
In an official statement, the Delhi government said that the approval will lead to an increase in tourists and also boost the government’s revenue through licensing fees. The precedent for this has been set in Haryana’s Gurgaon, a prominent business area. Gurgaon restaurants have recorded a growth in revenue due to this move.
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