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VHP Chief Welcomes Ayodhya Meat & Alcohol Ban, Calls It "Correct" Decision

The Vishva Hindu Parishad's International Working President, Alok Kumar, has welcomed the decision to ban non-vegetarian food and alcohol within the Ayodhya Dham area. Ayodhya Food Commissioner Manik Chandra Singh announced the strict ban, which also applies to online food delivery platforms, with penalties for violations. The move is intended to align with the city's status as a major spiritual and religious center, similar to other holy cities like Haridwar and Tirupati. A local hotel manager also supported the ban, stating it preserves the holy spirit of Ayodhya as per religious scriptures.

Key Points: Ayodhya Bans Meat & Alcohol: VHP President Alok Kumar Welcomes Move

  • Strict ban on non-vegetarian food in Ayodhya Dham
  • Alcohol sales also prohibited
  • Online delivery platforms included in ban
  • Aim to preserve city's spiritual sanctity
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"Everyone should welcome this decision:" VHP President Alok Kumar welcomes ban on meat, alcohol within Ayodhya Dham

VHP President Alok Kumar supports Ayodhya's ban on non-veg food & alcohol, comparing it to other holy cities. Officials announce strict enforcement.

"Everyone should welcome this decision... - Alok Kumar, VHP President"

Ayodhya, January 11

International Working President of the Vishva Hindu Parishad, Alok Kumar, on Saturday welcomed the decision to impose a strict ban on non-vegetarian food in hotels and restaurants within Ayodhya Dham, stating that Ayodhya is becoming the spiritual and religious centre of India.

The VHP President further declared that everybody should welcome this decision.

"... Everyone should welcome this decision (of banning alcohol and meat in Ayodhya). In other holy cities like Haridwar and Tirupati, alcohol and meat are not sold. Ayodhya is becoming the spiritual and religious centre of India, and it is absolutely correct that alcohol and meat should not be sold here...," Kumar told ANI.

Earlier, Ayodhya Food Commissioner Manik Chandra Singh announced a strict ban on non-vegetarian food in hotels and restaurants within Ayodhya Dham.

The ban includes online deliveries, and authorities will penalise platforms violating the rule.

Speaking to ANI, Food Commissioner Ayodhya Manik Chandra Singh said, "... Non-vegetarian food has been banned from being served in hotels and restaurants in Ayodhya Dham."Singh also announced to take action against hotels and delivery platforms flouting rules.

"However, online delivery was still taking place through various platforms. We are ensuring that in these areas, meat will neither be served nor delivered through online platforms. We will also ensure that delivery platforms tied up with hotels strictly follow the rules, failing which strict action will be taken against them...," added Singh.

The decision aims to align with Ayodhya's cultural and religious significance and respect local sentiments and pilgrim preferences.

Speaking on the ban, Shubham Srivastava, a hotel General Manager, welcomed it as a measure to preserve the sanctity of the Ayodhya Dham.

"Consumption of non-veg is prohibited in our holy scriptures; it is considered a sin in our religion. We, thus, are appreciative of this ban and aim to safeguard and maintain the holy spirit of Ayodhya Dham by not serving non-veg in our hotel," he told ANI.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I respect the religious sentiments, I have concerns. What about the local businesses and workers who depend on selling non-veg? The economy should also be considered. A balanced approach is needed.
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Rohit P
Fully agree! Ayodhya is a sacred city for Hindus. Maintaining its purity is essential. Other cities have their own rules, this is ours. Jai Shri Ram! 🚩
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Sarah B
Interesting to see this cultural decision. As a visitor, I respect local customs. If I'm visiting a place of religious importance, I would expect to follow its norms. It adds to the unique experience.
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Karthik V
The ban on online delivery is a smart move to enforce it properly. It shows the administration is serious. Hope they provide support to affected businesses to transition.
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Nisha Z
My family is planning a pilgrimage next month. This news makes us even more eager to visit. Knowing the city is committed to a sattvik environment is very reassuring for devotees.

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