Hyderabad, July 4 -- Spa centers in Hyderabad have been prohibited from engaging in any form of sexual activities or operating in residential areas, according to the guidelines issued by the anti-human trafficking unit on Friday, July 4.

An awareness meet for spa center owners and representatives was organised by the anti-human trafficking unit (AHTU) along with the law and order wing and the special operations team (SOT) of Cyberabad police.

They were instructed to operate only between 9:00 am and 9:00 pm. All masseurs and masseuses are required to possess valid qualifications in physiotherapy, acupressure, or occupational therapy.

The guidelines also make it necessary for spa centers to only employ staff over the age of 18 and mainta...