Food Freedom Under Fire: Controversy Erupts Over Independence Day Meat Ban

A recent civic order mandating the closure of meat shops on Independence Day has ignited a fiery debate surrounding food freedom and personal choice.

Opposition Leaders Challenge Meat Ban, Cite Individual Liberties

Several opposition figures have publicly denounced the ban, arguing it infringes upon citizens’ rights to choose what they eat. They see the order as an unnecessary restriction on personal freedoms.

Jitendra Awhad Vows to Eat Meat in Protest

NCP leader Jitendra Awhad took a strong stand, declaring his intention to consume non-vegetarian food on August 15 as a direct act of protest against the imposed ban. He framed the issue as one of fundamental liberty, asserting, “What we eat is our freedom.”