Bangalore : The Pub Capital of India

Abstract

The nightlife of Bangalore is a much spoken aspect of the city. The factor that adds to its popularity is the varied number of pubs one can find in and around the city. If we look at the industry analysis, Bangalore is one of the first cities of the country to come up with and popularize the concept of pub and nightlife culture. With the relaxation of opening pubs, bars and restaurants till 1 AM in the morning, the pub culture seems to have become more vibrant in the city in the last two years. Bangalore being a hub of many IT companies and MNCs, has experienced a lot of population influx in the past few years. This influx has led to the acculturation of various aspects and traditions. The pub culture seems to have benefitted from this influx and acculturation. Bangalore, emerging as the ‘Pub Capital of India’ has a lot to owe to the amalgamation of various cultures and ethos. As a result, the culture of this city seems to be more standardized and globalized as compared to other cities. The presence of multiple MNCs in the city also results in an increased number of travelers that frequently visit Bangalore. Visitors hailing from places where pubs and clubs are a common sight also seem to frequent the city. In order to give them a ‘feel at home’ experience the city provides a plethora of such places that cater to the taste of these visitors. Various other factors such as the music, environment, food, beverages, etc. also play a major part in the popularization and propagation of this pub culture.