Telangana High Court Allows Children Under 16 to Attend All Movie Shows
1 March 2025 8:54 AM
Considering these arguments, the High Court revised its earlier order. It has now allowed children under 16 to attend all movie shows until the government issues a final decision.
Telangana High Court.
Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has issued a revised order, providing relief to multiplexes in the state. The court has ruled that children under the age of 16 should be allowed to attend all movie shows. This decision modifies the court's earlier order issued on January 21. The next hearing on the matter has been adjourned to March 17.
Earlier, during the hearing of petitions related to the increase in movie ticket prices and permission for special shows, the bench of Justice B. Vijay Sen Reddy made significant observations. The petitioner's counsel argued that allowing children to attend late-night shows could adversely affect their health. Agreeing with this argument, the court had initially ordered that children under 16 should not be permitted in theaters between 11 pm and 11 am. Additionally, the court emphasized that a final decision should be made after consulting all stakeholders.
In response, multiplex operators filed an interim petition challenging the High Court's restrictions. They argued that the limitations on children's entry were causing financial losses. The multiplex management requested the court to lift the restrictions until the government reaches a decision on the matter.
Considering these arguments, the High Court revised its earlier order. It has now allowed children under 16 to attend all movie shows until the government issues a final decision.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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