Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah defended the region’s liquor policy, stating shops are for those whose religion permits consumption. His comments come amid a 100-day anti-drug campaign, with calls to extend it to liquor. Abdullah highlighted his government’s efforts to prevent youth from consuming alcohol, including not opening new shops.
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Omar Abdullah’s ‘liquor consumption religion-centric’ comment sparks debate
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- May 11, 2026
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