Varanasi Jewelers Ban Burqas, Helmets, Masks for Security After Thefts

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News18•10-01-2026, 16:25
Varanasi Jewelers Ban Burqas, Helmets, Masks for Security After Thefts
- •Varanasi jewelers implement a ban on customers wearing burqas, helmets, or masks for security reasons.
- •The Jewelers' Association issued an official advisory and put up posters in shops across the city.
- •The rule applies to both men and women, aiming to ensure clear customer identification.
- •This decision follows a recent incident of jewelry worth crores of rupees being stolen.
- •The initiative, which started in Bihar, is now being adopted by jewelers in other districts.
Why It Matters: Varanasi jewelers ban face coverings for security, following Bihar's lead to prevent thefts.
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