Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Odisha to Enforce Ban on Liquor, Meat near Puri Temple
The Odisha government is making Puri, a holy city with a big temple, more sacred.
They're stopping the sale of meat and alcohol within 2 kilometers of the temple and on the Grand Road.
This also includes bars.
The government also plans to make all buildings on the Grand Road look the same.
These changes are to keep the area spiritual and respectful.
Odisha government will ban liquor and non-vegetarian food sales.
The ban extends within a 2-km radius of the Jagannath temple.
The Grand Road will also be included in the ban.
The aim is to preserve the sanctity of the holy town.
Uniform architectural designs for buildings are also planned.
- Who
- Odisha government
- What
- Ban on liquor and non-vegetarian food sales
- When
- Announced Sunday, June 8, 2025
- Where
- Puri, Odisha, within 2-km radius of Jagannath temple and Grand Road.
- Why
- To preserve the sanctity of the holy town and maintain spiritual ambiance.
- Policy
- Ban on liquor and meat sales
- Location
- Puri, Odisha
- Distance of Ban
- 2-kilometer radius of the Jagannath temple
- Affected Area
- Grand Road
- Additional Measure
- Uniform architectural guidelines
- Government Body
- Odisha government
