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Nagaland Civil Society Groups Demand Removal of State Liquor Ban
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 08:02 AM
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Civil society groups in Nagaland have urged the state government to lift the existing liquor ban, citing concerns over public health and social issues.
Civil society groups across Nagaland have formally requested that the state government lift the current liquor ban that has been in place for several years. The groups argue that the ban has not achieved its intended goals and has instead led to unintended social consequences.
The call for lifting the ban comes amid growing debate over the effectiveness of prohibition policies in the state. Advocates for the ban highlight its role in reducing alcohol-related harm, while the civil society groups emphasize the need for a more balanced approach.
The groups have submitted a petition to the state authorities, outlining their concerns and proposing alternative measures to address alcohol consumption without an outright ban. The government has yet to respond publicly to the petition.
The call for lifting the ban comes amid growing debate over the effectiveness of prohibition policies in the state. Advocates for the ban highlight its role in reducing alcohol-related harm, while the civil society groups emphasize the need for a more balanced approach.
The groups have submitted a petition to the state authorities, outlining their concerns and proposing alternative measures to address alcohol consumption without an outright ban. The government has yet to respond publicly to the petition.