The video that the couple was reportedly denied entering the Delhi’s Tubata restaurant for wearing Indian clothing became viral on social media, caused extensive criticism, and ruled the debate on the codes of dressing in public spaces.
The incident was reportedly held in a restaurant located near Pitampura metro station. In the video, the couple claims that the restaurant staff refused to enter because the woman was dressed in traditional Indian clothing, while the others in western clothes were allowed. The man also filmed the video of the restaurant manager not to behave with them.
“If the restaurant does not allow Indian clothing, it should not be allowed to work,” says a person behind the camera in a clip that has now been widely distributed across platforms.
Delhi’s government acknowledges
After the video began to obtain traction online, the Minister of Cabinet Delhi Kapil Misra confirmed that the matter reached the main Minister Rekha Gupta, who ordered officials to investigate the incident and take appropriate steps.
“It is unacceptable in Delhi. The video has appeared, indicating the ban on Indian clothing in a restaurant in Pitampura.
In a subsequent statement, the Minister confirmed that the restaurant has withdrawn any policy of dressing and will no longer store restrictions on clothing.
The restaurant offers a Rakshabandhan discount
In its reaction to the public, restaurant administration reportedly issued a video statement that explains their attitude and promises to welcome all customers, no matter what they wear. They also announced a special offer for Rakshabandhan for women visiting a restaurant in Indian clothing.
“The restaurant operator assured that no customer would be denied entry on the basis of clothing. In fact, Rakshabandhan will receive women who wear Indian clothing, a special discount,” Misra added.
Social media reacts
The incident triggered a wild debate online, with Netizens divided into restaurants.
Many users called discriminatory and culturally insensitive.
“Is the owner of the Psycho restaurant or what?” One user asked on X.
Another one added: “If the input of input based on hijab is illegal, how does it differ? Discrimination is discrimination.”
Others defended the restaurant and claimed that as a private facility he had the right to set his own dressing.
“Why do we make a problem of everything? It’s private property, not public,” one user wrote.
“Many places around the world have dress codes – it should not be treated as a national problem,” another said.
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