CM D.K. Shivakumar Withdraws One-Year Ban on Gutka, Pan Masala in Karnataka
By ETF Desk
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has made a significant announcement regarding the ban on gutka and pan masala in the state. The one-year ban that was imposed by the previous government has been withdrawn, much to the relief of local vendors and traders who have been affected by the ban.
The ban was imposed to curb the sale and consumption of gutka and pan masala, which are known to be addictive and hazardous to health. However, the decision has been met with criticism from various quarters, with many arguing that it has had a devastating impact on the livelihoods of those who depend on the sale of these products.
The decision to withdraw the ban is expected to benefit the local vendors and traders who have been struggling to make ends meet since the ban was imposed. It remains to be seen how the move will be received by the public and whether it will lead to an increase in the sale of gutka and pan masala in the state.
Source: Google News – Udupi.