US EditionUjjain, Omkareshwar, Maihar among Madhya Pradesh’s religious cities to face liquor ban from April 1
- The Madhya Pradesh government has implemented a complete liquor ban in 19 religious cities and gram panchayats starting April 1, 2025.
- The decision aims to promote de-addiction and respect the beliefs of millions of devotees, as stated by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.
- The ban will cover significant spiritual locations, including Ujjain and Omkareshwar, ensuring they remain alcohol-free zones.
- The state Cabinet approved this initiative on January 24, 2025, during a meeting in Maheshwar.
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Ujjain, Omkareshwar, Maihar among Madhya Pradesh’s religious cities to face liquor ban from April 1
While announcing the ban, Mr. Yadav said his government has taken a historic step towards de-addiction and cited "public faith and religious reverence" associated with these cities and rural areas as reasons for the move
Madhya Pradesh enforces liquor ban in 19 religious cities from today
The Madhya Pradesh government has announced a complete ban on liquor sales in 19 religious cities and gram panchayats, effective from April 1, 2025. The decision, aimed at honouring public faith and promoting de-addiction, was approved by the state Cabinet on January 24, 2025, during a meeting in Maheshwar, the city of Lokmata Ahilyabai. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav described the move as a "historic step" toward preserving the sanctity of religiou…
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