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Women in Odisha's Kalahandi and Mayurbhanj Districts Protest Against Liquor Trade
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 17 Oct 2026, 06:40 AM
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Women in Kalahandi and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha gathered to protest the sale and consumption of liquor, calling for stricter controls.
Women in the Kalahandi and Mayurbhanj districts of Odisha organized a public demonstration demanding action against the liquor trade. The protest was staged in several villages and town centres, with participants holding placards and chanting slogans that highlighted the social harms associated with alcohol.
The demonstrators said that easy availability of liquor has contributed to family distress, health problems and financial strain in their communities. They urged the state government and local authorities to enforce stricter licensing rules and to consider measures that reduce the density of liquor outlets.
Local officials acknowledged the concerns raised by the women and indicated that the protest would be taken into account while reviewing existing alcohol policies. The authorities have promised to examine the licensing framework and to engage with community representatives for possible corrective steps.
The protest reflects a broader pattern of civil society activism in Odisha, where women's groups have previously campaigned for tighter control over alcohol sales to curb its adverse effects on households.
The demonstrators said that easy availability of liquor has contributed to family distress, health problems and financial strain in their communities. They urged the state government and local authorities to enforce stricter licensing rules and to consider measures that reduce the density of liquor outlets.
Local officials acknowledged the concerns raised by the women and indicated that the protest would be taken into account while reviewing existing alcohol policies. The authorities have promised to examine the licensing framework and to engage with community representatives for possible corrective steps.
The protest reflects a broader pattern of civil society activism in Odisha, where women's groups have previously campaigned for tighter control over alcohol sales to curb its adverse effects on households.