Punjab declares 3 cities 'holy'; bans liquor, meat, tobacco sales

• Punjab has formally declared Amritsar, Sri Anandpur Sahib, and Talwandi Sabo as 'holy cities'.
• The declaration imposes wide-ranging restrictions to preserve the religious sanctity of these cities.
• Prohibitions include the sale and consumption of liquor, tobacco, and meat within the notified limits.
• Various government departments are directed to enforce these new regulations.
• The decision aligns with CM Bhagwant Mann's earlier commitment to uphold the sanctity of such places, including developing Anandpur Sahib as a heritage street city.

Why It Matters: New rules in Punjab's holy cities impact residents and visitors.