Malkajgiri police conduct special drive against illegal hookah centres
The Malkajgiri Special Operations Team booked four cases against seven persons during a special drive targeting illegal hookah centres. Officials inspected 14 cafés and lounges and warned that regular inspections and surprise checks would continue against unauthorised establishments.
Published Date - 16 June 2026, 05:31 PM
Hyderabad: The Malkajgiri SOT conducted a special drive against illegal hookah centres and booked four cases and caught seven persons for violating regulatory norms and operating without required permissions.
During the special drive conducted on June 14, officials inspected 14 cafés and hookah lounges across the commissionerate.
Officials warned that strict action will continue against unauthorised hookah centres through regular inspections and surprise checks.