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JD(U) Rules Out Revising Bihar’s Liquor Prohibition Law
✍️ Deccan Herald
🗓 11 Aug 2026, 04:38 PM
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The Janata Dal (United) party has stated that it has no intention of reviewing Bihar’s liquor prohibition law, reaffirming its stance on maintaining the current ban.
The Janata Dal (United) party has clarified that it does not plan to revisit the liquor prohibition law currently in force in Bihar. The statement comes as the state continues to enforce its ban on alcohol sales.
JD(U) officials emphasized that the prohibition remains a key policy for the government, citing public health and social concerns as primary reasons for its continuation.
No details were provided on any potential amendments or timelines, and the party reiterated its commitment to uphold the existing legislation.
The announcement was made in the context of ongoing debates over alcohol regulation in the state, but JD(U) maintains that the prohibition law will stand unchanged.
The party’s position reflects its broader policy agenda aimed at reducing alcohol consumption and its associated social issues in Bihar.
JD(U) officials emphasized that the prohibition remains a key policy for the government, citing public health and social concerns as primary reasons for its continuation.
No details were provided on any potential amendments or timelines, and the party reiterated its commitment to uphold the existing legislation.
The announcement was made in the context of ongoing debates over alcohol regulation in the state, but JD(U) maintains that the prohibition law will stand unchanged.
The party’s position reflects its broader policy agenda aimed at reducing alcohol consumption and its associated social issues in Bihar.