In a move aimed at preserving the religious character of the holy city, the Amritsar district administration has reimposed restrictions on the sale and use of liquor, meat, tobacco products, and other intoxicants within the walled city area.
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In a move aimed at preserving the religious character of the holy city, the Amritsar district administration has reimposed restrictions on the sale and use of liquor, meat, tobacco products, and other intoxicants within the walled city area.
The fresh orders have been issued by Amritsar District Magistrate Dalwinderjit Singh under provisions of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023. Officials said the restrictions are intended to maintain the spiritual atmosphere and traditional sanctity associated with key Sikh religious centres in Punjab.
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Under the directives, commercial sale, storage, and public consumption of alcohol, meat products, cigarettes, bidis, pan masala, tobacco items, and similar intoxicants will not be permitted inside the historic walled city limits of Amritsar. The administration has warned that anyone found violating the orders will face legal proceedings.
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Authorities said the decision was taken in line with the Punjab government’s policy regarding designated holy cities, including Sri Harmandir Sahib, Sri Anandpur Sahib, and Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, where maintaining religious decorum is considered a priority.
The district administration has instructed police and health authorities to ensure effective enforcement of the restrictions. The Civil Surgeon’s office has been asked to monitor compliance and coordinate with enforcement teams in the notified area.
Officials appealed to residents, shopkeepers, and visitors to cooperate with the administration in preserving the city’s religious identity and peaceful environment. The administration said the prohibitory orders will remain operational till July 7, 2026.
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