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Bihar Bans Open Meat Sales Near Schools & Temples for Hygiene, Public Order

The Bihar government, led by Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha, has announced a ban on the open sale of meat and fish near educational institutions, religious places, and crowded public areas. The move is framed as an initiative to maintain public hygiene, social order, and to prevent negative influences on children. This decision follows a meeting under the Urban Development Department and aligns with the broader 'Saat Nischay-3' governance program emphasized by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The government states the aim is to ensure no public sentiments are hurt and the environment is not polluted, while also working on pedestrian dignity and road safety.

Key Points: Bihar Bans Open Meat, Fish Sales Near Schools & Religious Sites

  • New hygiene and public order initiative
  • Ban near schools and religious sites
  • Part of Saat Nischay-3 governance program
  • Aims to prevent "violent tendencies" in children
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Bihar Government to ban open sale of meat, fish near schools, religious sites

Bihar govt prohibits open sale of meat and fish near schools, religious places to maintain hygiene, public order and prevent "violent tendencies."

"From a health perspective... we will ban the sale of meat and fish near educational and religious institutions. - Vijay Kumar Sinha"

Patna, February 23

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on Monday announced that the state government will prohibit the open sale of meat and fish near educational institutions, religious places, and in crowded public areas to maintain hygiene and public order.

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha, while talking to the media, said, "This is a new initiative of the new government. The changing face of Bihar is clearly visible. We held a meeting under the Urban Development Department. We took seriously the issues raised in the meeting with intellectuals under the Jankalyan Samvad."

He further said, "From a health perspective, for social interaction, and to prevent violent tendencies among children, we will ban the sale of meat and fish near educational and religious institutions, and in crowded open spaces."

"People should follow the rules beyond this. We have no problem with the food, but strict measures have been taken to ensure that social interaction and the spirit of purity are not violated, no one's sentiments are hurt, and the environment is not polluted," Vijay Kumar Sinha added.

Earlier, Bihar CM Nitish Kumar underlined the priorities of his government and said that the programs of Saat Nischay-3 have been implemented.

"Following the formation of the new government in the state on 20 November 2025, the programs of Saat Nischay-3 have been implemented. Under the seventh resolve of Saat Nischay-3 (2025-30), 'Sabka Samman-Jeevan Aasaan' (Ease of Living), we are continuously working to make the daily lives of all citizens of the state easier. In this regard, we have also taken several important decisions for the dignity (Dignity of Pedestrians) and convenience of citizens walking on the roads. Bihar is advancing rapidly on the path of progress," the CM posted on X.

"The income of the state's residents is increasing, due to which there has been a continuous rise in the number of two-wheelers and four-wheelers on the state's roads. However, because of the increasing number of vehicles on the state's roads, pedestrians face inconvenience. Walking safely and with dignity on the road is the first right of those who walk on foot. In this regard, the Transport Department has been given several important instructions so that people walking on the roads do not have to face any kind of inconvenience," he added.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Finally! I live near a temple and the open fish market right outside creates such a mess and foul smell, especially during festivals. It's disrespectful. The government should enforce this strictly.
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Aman W
While hygiene is important, I'm concerned about the timing and the reasoning about "violent tendencies." This seems less about public health and more about imposing certain food habits. What data shows meat sales cause violence in kids? The focus should be on clean infrastructure for all vendors.
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Sarah B
Interesting policy. In many countries, zoning laws keep certain businesses away from schools. The key is implementation and providing alternatives. The 'Saat Nischay' program seems ambitious, hope it delivers on ease of living for everyone.
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Vikram M
Good move by the government. A modern state needs organized markets, not haphazard roadside stalls that block footpaths and create sanitation issues. This will help in making our cities cleaner and more orderly. Jai Bihar!
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Kavya N
My main worry is for the small vendors. Many families depend on this income. The announcement talks about rules but not about rehabilitation. Will they get spots in new municipal markets? The government must have a proper plan for them.

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