The Delhi government has decided to close liquor shops by 8 PM instead of the usual 10 PM during the weekend to ensure public safety and maintain law and order amid ongoing protests at Jantar Mantar.

This precautionary measure was taken based on inputs from Delhi Police, which highlighted the need for additional preventive steps to avoid any untoward incidents.

Similar to Thursday's situation, where several shops closed earlier without prior notice, this move aims to prevent disruptions during the protest period.Customers faced inconvenience on Thursday when shops shut unexpectedly, forcing them to return empty-handed.

Officials clarified that the temporary closure is purely a safety measure and will revert to normal hours after the weekend unless further orders are issued.The decision reflects the government's efforts to balance public safety with commercial activities during heightened security situations.