TL;DR:Ā The Hyderabad Police raided TOS PubĀ in Banjara Hills, arresting over 100 people, including 42 women, for allegedly engaging in obscene dance performances. The crackdown comes amidst ongoing surveillance efforts targeting illegal activitiesĀ across the cityās pubs.
š„ What Happened at TOS Pub?
Based on a tip-off, a police team stormed the popular TOS PubĀ and arrested 140 people, including the pub manager, DJ, and cashier. The pub allegedly hired women to perform obscene dancesĀ to attract male customers and boost profits šŗ. Police had placed the pub under surveillanceĀ for a while, suspecting illegal operationsĀ behind closed doors.
š Cracking Down on Pubs
This raid is part of a larger crackdownĀ on Hyderabadās nightlife scene. Last month, drug abuse raidsĀ were conducted at BabylonĀ and Quorum Club, where several individuals tested positive for drug consumption. Authorities are determined to clean up Hyderabadās pub culture, focusing on both drug activitiesĀ and inappropriate performancesĀ š§.
š¬ Your Take?
Do these raids signal necessary reforms or an overreach into nightlife? Is Hyderabadās nightlife being unfairly targeted? Drop your opinions in the comments and join the conversation!
