In the wake of COVID-19 and the 21-day lockdown imposed by India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the economy is reeling under a slowdown, and with such establishments as restaurants, clubs and bars having shut down, the consequent losses have prompted the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI) has requested the government to relax certain rules and regulations and provide its members some relief.

Arjun Raj Kher, brand head, Hitchki and Bayroute, said, “Looking at the current scenario, what people are going through is much more serious and they need all the support. Though these are testing times for the Industry, it is secondary amidst the circumstances.”

“However, we will definitely need the support from the government once everything is under control and we are ready to bounce back,” he added.