Fish & Meat Shops To Remain Closed During Navratri In Varanasi, Orders Civic Body

Varanasi: In an unprecedent move, all fish and meat shops within the Varanasi Municipal Corporation limits will remain closed during Chaitra Navratri.

The decision was approved unanimously at an executive meeting of the municipal corporation on Thursday.

Announcing the decision on Friday, Mayor Ashok Tiwari said, "Considering the religious significance of Kashi and sentiments of the devotees, it has been decided to close all fish and meat shops during Navratri.Any shopkeeper found violating this order will face strict action," he said.

Municipal Commissioner Akshat Verma said, "During Navratri, meat and meat shops will be closed in the municipal corporation area for 9 days. Its compliance is being ensured by the Municipal Corporation. In case of non-compliance, fine and FIR action can be taken. First, the civic body will ensure that awareness regarding the directive is created."

Chaitra Navratri commences on March 30 and will conclude on April 6.