‘To maintain spiritual atmosphere around shrine’: Odisha plans to ban liquor, non-veg food near Puri temple
The Odisha government plans to ban alcohol sales within a 2-km radius of the Jagannath Temple in Puri and remove non-vegetarian food establishments from the Grand Road to maintain the shrine’s sanctity. This decision aims to develop Puri into a pilgrim city, sparking mixed reactions from devotees, servitors, and local business owners who may be affected by the new regulations. Inspired By