Staff shortage, inability to pay salaries to retained employees, paying electricity and water bills and other borrowings and commitments are cited as the major reasons behind the downfall of the industry in times of the pandemic. (Express Photo/Darshan Devaiah BP)
Meanwhile, with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe related to the multi-crore I Monetary Advisory (IMA) scam underway, the Karnataka government Monday sanctioned the prosecution of five police officers including two Indian Police Service (IPS) officers.
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At the same time, even though the Karnataka government has allowed calibrated reopening of services in hospitality sector from September, the hotel and restaurant industry in the state continues to be in dire straits.
READ | Karnataka: Bengaluru hotels see gradual uptick in business, turn to cloud kitchen model for survival
Here are a few contacts that might come handy for you in emergency situations:
COVID-19 related queries / emergencies / clarifications: 104 (toll free); +91-80-4684-8600/6669-2000 | Home Quarantine-related queries: Telegram messenger/WhatsApp – +91 97777 77684, Voice call – 080 45451111 | BBMP control room: 080-22221188 | In case of power disruptions, contact BESCOM: 1912. If the water supply is hit in your area, contact BWSSB: 1916
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