Maharashtra Meat Ban on Independence Day: Fadnavis Explains 1988 Resolution

Amidst recent controversy surrounding the Independence Day meat ban in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has provided clarification, pointing to a long-standing state government resolution from 1988.

1988 Resolution Empowers Local Authorities

Fadnavis explained that the 1988 resolution grants civic bodies the authority to impose restrictions on meat sales, effectively laying the groundwork for the current ban. This decision, therefore, isn’t a new policy but rather a continuation of existing regulations.

Understanding the Scope of the Ban

The resolution allows local authorities to determine the extent and duration of the restrictions, giving them flexibility in managing meat sales within their jurisdictions.