Bengaluru Hotels Plan 'Table Charges' for Long Stays, Minimal Orders

• Bengaluru hotel owners are discussing 'table charges' for customers occupying seats for long durations with minimal orders.
• The proposal aims to address business losses and space misuse, especially during peak hours.
• Hoteliers report a rise in customers using premises as informal meeting spaces, impacting daily sales and table availability.
• The proposed fee is compared to parking charges, where users pay for extended occupation of limited space.
• The plan is in early stages; a formal request for regulatory approval will be submitted to the government.