Barabati Food Court Opens in Kataka, 80% Shops Operational

Kataka, Aug 23: After prolonged debate and controversy, the much-awaited Barabati Food Court has finally opened for the public at Killa Padia opposite Barabati Stadium in Kataka.

Built with modern facilities, the food court offers a range of popular food items, including Kataka’s iconic Dahibara Aloodum, alongside fast food, ice cream, momos, biryani, chops and pakodas.

The venue has quickly emerged as a popular evening hangout for city residents, with people gathering to enjoy food and spend time with friends and family.

However, members of the younger generation have stressed the need for proper cleanliness, lighting, drinking water, toilets, waste management and parking facilities. They have also called for greater attention to food hygiene.

Kataka Mayor Subhash Singh said, “We will build adequate infrastructure for vehicle parking and strictly follow security arrangements. No visitor will be allowed to bring their vehicle inside the food court.”

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Kataka Municipal Corporation (KMC) Commissioner Kirandeep Kaur Sahot on Saturday said the food court was constructed at a cost of more than Rs 8 crore and has 88 shops.

"More than 80 per cent of the shops have already been allotted and businesses have started operating, while less than 20 per cent are yet to be allotted", she said.

Sahot said the KMC plans to further streamline and beautify the food court based on public feedback. A committee comprising food court traders would also be formed to address various issues, she added.

"Cleanliness will be given greater priority. If any trader sublets the shop allotted to them, their licence will be cancelled," the KMC commissioner said.