West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Announces Complete Ban on Sale of Liquor on Maha Ashtami During Durga Puja
Officials said bars and liquor shops will stay closed as the state also bans DJ music and limits Puja road use to preserve order and tradition.
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West Bengal Bans Liquor Sales on Maha Ashtami, Announces New Durga Puja Rules
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has decided to prohibit the sale of alcohol in the state on Maha Ashtami of Durga Puja. According to the guidelines, liquor shops and bars must close their doors on this day, reports ANI.Announcing general guidelines for the festival, Adhikari said that sale of liquor will be banned on the day when people offer floral tributes to goddess Durga.'On th
West Bengal Chief Minister Shubhendu Adhikari has taken many important decisions regarding Durga Puja. Financial assistance and free electricity will be given to low-budget worship societies.
In a first, West Bengal to see a complete liquor ban on Ashtami during Durga Puja, CM Suvendu Adhikari announces
The West Bengal government has declared all liquor shops will be closed on Ashtami during Durga Puja. Clubs organizing pujas will receive ₹1 lakh, and concessions on bills are announced for puja committees.
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Times of IndiaWest Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announces complete ban on sale of liquor on Maha Ashtami during Durga Puja
Liquor shops and bars will close on Maha Ashtami during Durga Puja celebrations. DJ music and immersion processions will also be banned to maintain order. Puja committees must ensure themes do not hurt religious sentiments or traditions. Road usage restrictions are imposed, and inaugurations must follow Devi Paksha. Cultural programs and special arrangements for the disabled are planned.
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