Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay Orders Closure of 717 Liquor Shops Near Places of Worship, Educational Institutions, and Bus Stands

Detailed Summary

Currently, the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC) operates 4,765 liquor retail shops across the state. Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay had previously ordered a survey to identify shops located within 500 meters of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands. Following this directive, it was found that 717 such liquor retail shops are currently operating in these specified areas. Considering public welfare, the Chief Minister has now ordered the closure of these 717 shops within the next two weeks. Specifically, this includes 276 shops near places of worship, 186 shops near educational institutions, and 255 shops near bus stands.

Key Announcements

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Order for the closure of 717 liquor retail shops located within 500 meters of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands.
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The closure process for these shops is to be completed within two weeks.
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Breakdown of shops to be closed: 276 near places of worship, 186 near educational institutions, and 255 near bus stands.