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Three private members’ bills proposing liquor ban tabled among first five in J&K Assembly
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 05:02 AM
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Three private members’ bills calling for a complete ban on liquor were listed among the first five bills scheduled for discussion in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today.
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly began its session today by listing three private members’ bills that seek to impose a total prohibition on the sale and consumption of alcohol. These bills were placed among the first five items on the assembly's agenda, indicating a swift move to address the issue.
Private members’ bills are introduced by legislators who are not part of the government, and they often reflect constituency concerns. The three proposals aim to ban the manufacture, sale, and distribution of liquor across the union territory, citing social and health considerations.
While the bills have yet to be debated, their early placement suggests that the matter could attract significant attention from both supporters of prohibition and stakeholders in the hospitality sector. The outcome will depend on legislative deliberations and any amendments proposed during the session.
Private members’ bills are introduced by legislators who are not part of the government, and they often reflect constituency concerns. The three proposals aim to ban the manufacture, sale, and distribution of liquor across the union territory, citing social and health considerations.
While the bills have yet to be debated, their early placement suggests that the matter could attract significant attention from both supporters of prohibition and stakeholders in the hospitality sector. The outcome will depend on legislative deliberations and any amendments proposed during the session.