Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Odisha Government Bans Liquor and Meat Sales Near Puri Temple
The Odisha government is stopping the sale of alcohol within 2 kilometers of the Jagannath temple in Puri.
Additionally, meat sales will be banned on the Grand Road, which is used for religious processions.
The government aims to make Puri a more religious and tourist-friendly place.
The ban seeks to preserve the area's sanctity.
The Odisha government has banned liquor sales within a 2-km radius of the Jagannath temple in Puri.
The ban was announced by state law and excise minister Prithviraj Harichandan.
The ruling party also plans to ban meat sales on the Grand Road.
The Grand Road connects the Jagannath temple to the Gundicha temple.
The government's goal is to make Puri a more religious and tourist-friendly city.
- Who
- The Odisha government, led by law minister Prithiviraj Harichandan.
- What
- The Odisha government is banning the sale of liquor and meat.
- When
- The announcement was made on Monday.
- Where
- Within a 2-km radius of the Jagannath temple in Puri, including the Grand Road.
- Why
- To preserve the sanctity of the holy town and enhance its religious appeal.
- Ban Radius
- 2-km radius of Jagannath temple
- Announcement Date
- Monday
- Location
- Puri, Odisha
- Reason
- Preserve the sanctity of holy town
- Ban Includes
- Liquor sales and meat sales
- Announced By
- Law and Excise Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan
