Rachakonda Police Enforce Liquor Ban During MLC Elections

Rachakonda police enforce liquor ban from Feb 25-27 for MLC elections

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Neelima Eaty 24 Feb 2025 12:49 PM

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The Rachakonda Police Commissioner has ordered a liquor ban in the Bhongir Zone from February 25th, 4:00 PM to February 27th, 4:00 PM. This ban applies to all liquor shops, restaurants, hotels, clubs, and other establishments, even those with regular licenses. This measure is implemented to maintain peace and prevent disturbances during the Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teacher MLC elections on February 27th. The Commissioner has warned of legal action against any violators and instructed authorities to maintain strict vigilance.

Hyderabad: The Commissioner of Rachakonda Police has issued an order suspending the sale of liquor at all liquor shops, restaurants, hotels, clubs, and other establishments within the Bhongir Zone jurisdiction from 4:00 p.m. on February 25 to 4:00 p.m. on February 27. This move comes ahead of the Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teacher MLC elections scheduled for February 27.

The order, issued under Section 20 of the Telangana Excise Act, 1968, mandates a complete ban on the sale or service of liquor during this period, even for establishments holding regular liquor licenses.

Rachakonda Police Commissioner Sudheer Babu has warned that legal action will be taken against those found violating the orders. Authorities have been instructed to maintain strict vigilance to ensure public peace and prevent any disturbances.

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Rachakonda Police have imposed a liquor ban in #BhongirZone from 4 p.m., Feb 25 to 4 p.m., Feb 27 ahead of the Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Teacher MLC elections. The ban applies to all liquor shops, hotels, restaurants, and clubs. Violators will face legal action. #Rachakonda… pic.twitter.com/TH7VkP9WqT

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