Supreme Court Cracks Down on Pan Masala Spitting, Warns of Strict Action

• Supreme Court administration issues strict warning against spitting pan masala/gutkha on premises.
• Notice highlights unhygienic habit causing dirt, blockages, and infection risk.
• Circular dated February 11 urges all individuals to maintain cleanliness and refrain from spitting.
• FSSAI previously banned manufacture and sale of gutkha and pan masala with tobacco/nicotine in 2017.
• Government efforts, including bans, have led to a reduction of 8.1 million tobacco users.