Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday announced that the government is planning to implement a liquor ban in religious cities of Madhya Pradesh.
The ban, if approved, might be implemented in temple towns like Ujjain, Omkareshwar and Chitrakoot.
He added, the government is reviewing its alcohol policy and is serious about suggestions from saints and spiritual leaders regarding the issue.
The Chief Minister stated that complaints about the negative impact of liquor on the environment of religious cities are being frequently received.
"Our aim is to ensure that the sanctity of our religious cities remains intact. With the financial year nearing its end, the government will soon take concrete steps in this direction," he said.
'Demands of saints will be taken seriously'
CM Yadav highlighted that saints have been consistently demanding a liquor ban in religious cities. The government is considering this demand and may take significant action during the upcoming budget session.
"Revising the state’s liquor policy will be necessary to address this issue," he added.
Underlining the government’s aim, the Chief Minister assured that the demands of saints and spiritual leaders are being taken seriously. "The government is determined to take a decision soon to maintain the purity of religious cities," Yadav said.
