Mumbai, June 30 -- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday said that the state government will introduce comprehensive amendments to the existing laws during the ongoing monsoon session of the Legislative Assembly to effectively curb obscene dance performances in orchestra bars.

Replying to a starred question raised by Congress MLA Nana Patole regarding the rampant violations in orchestra bars in Thane district, Fadnavis expressed deep concern over the misuse of 'performance licenses.'"While licensed dance bars are governed by strict regulatory frameworks, many establishments are exploiting legal loopholes under the guise of 'performance licenses' issued under the Maharashtra Police Act. This subterfuge has significantly ha...