Bengaluru: Head of Karnataka Minister B Yediyurappa on Tuesday said the government was considering opening a mall in the city with several conditions, and the decision in this case would be taken soon.
“Mall (shopping center) Association members have met me.
I will discuss with my cabinet colleagues.
We are discussing giving certain concessions with several conditions.
There is no decision taken,” said Yediyurappa.
Speaking to reporters here, he expressed happiness for the Covid case that dropped.
“I have told them that I will discuss with my cabinet colleague, and immediately make a decision,” he added.
The mall can be allowed to operate by motorists after July 5, when the Covid “unlocking” guidelines are currently over.
Under the “Unlock” guidelines in most countries, several sectors have been allowed to operate but air-conditioned shops, shopping complexes, malls, are still not allowed to function.
Previously on that day, the Indian member shopping center association met Yediyurappa and asked him to allow the mall to open from next week.
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, G M Nandish from Garuda Mall said they had sought opening the mall.
“We have said not to impose their limits from 9am to 6pm because it will not be useful, and allow it from 9am to 9pm.
We have also convinced to follow all conditions with respect to safety, security, sanitization between others, “He said.
Demand has also been made to release rent or license fees in government buildings.
“CM has been looking for time for several days and he will discuss with ministers and officials,” he added.
Because of closing, the mall faces financial stress and property tax has not been eliminated, said Mall representatives.
In addition, the fixed costs of electricity are charged, they say and seek their neglect, and financial assistance if any.
There are around 84 malls in the state, business transactions around Rs 40,000 to 45,000 crore every year, and their closure will bring the lakh employees to the streets, representatives, adding that management has paid salaries to employees at this time.
Meanwhile, Mahanagara Debt Commissioner Mahanaagara Mahanaagara Gavav Gavav Gava said, in the eye can be allowed to function, because restrictions operating with a capacity of 50 percent can be implemented, because the people there are only for several hours, but the rights of strict passion have for maintained in the food court.