37 Tasmac shops closed in Erode district
The State government has ordered the closure of 37 Tasmac shops in Erode district due to their proximity to sensitive areas. This decision follows a review meeting aimed at combating illicit liquor and drug-related issues. Authorities also conducted inspections that resulted in significant seizures of illegal substances and products.
- ▪37 Tasmac shops were closed for being within 500 metres of bus stands, places of worship, and educational institutions.
- ▪During a recent review, officials seized various illegal substances including 7.5 litres of toddy and 8.460 kg of ganja.
- ▪Awareness programs against drug abuse were conducted at 16 locations in the district.
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A total of 37 Tasmac shops functioning within 500 metres of bus stands, places of worship and educational institutions in the district have been closed following directions from the State government, Collector S. Kandasamy said recently.A weekly review meeting on the prevention of illicit liquor brewing, ganja and banned narcotic substances was held at the Collectorate.During the review period from May 11 to May 17, officials seized 7.5 litres of toddy, 8.460 kg of ganja, 310 ganja chocolates, 291 illegally sold Indian Made Foreign Spirits (IMFS) bottles and 33 foreign liquor bottles containing 6.005 litres.
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