Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Illegal Activities Thrive in Nagaon's Dhaba Hub
Some roadside dhabas in Nagaon are causing trouble.
They sell illegal alcohol and might be involved in bad things like human trafficking.
The police have tried to stop this, but the problems keep happening.
People who live there are upset and want these dhabas to close.
Dhabas along Borghat bypass in Nagaon involved in illicit liquor trade
Prostitution and human trafficking also alleged at these dhabas
Many dhabas operate without valid licenses or permits
Police raids have occurred, but activities continue
Locals demand closure of these dhabas due to law-and-order concerns
- Who
- Roadside dhabas along Borghat bypass in Nagaon, locals, police
- What
- Illegal activities including illicit liquor trade, prostitution, and human trafficking
- When
- Periodically, with recent raids occurring recently
- Where
- Along the Borghat bypass in Nagaon district
- Why
- Due to lack of valid licenses, permits, and effective law enforcement
Locals and Police
Dhaba Owners
Legality
Locals and Police
Dhabas operate without valid licenses
Dhaba Owners
Potential misunderstanding or lack of awareness about licensing requirements
- Number of dhabas
- Many
- Activities
- Illegal liquor trade, prostitution, human trafficking
- Police action
- Periodic raids, including one at Bindas Dhaba
- Local concern
- High, demanding closure of dhabas
- Road stretch
- NH-37 between Dimou and Borghat bypass