VILLUPURAM: PMK founder S Ramadoss has welcomed the government's directive prohibiting the sale of liquor to individuals under the age of 21. In a statement, Ramadoss praised the initial steps taken by the new administration and emphasised that strict enforcement is crucial to prevent these rules from becoming mere 'paper decrees.'
Ramadoss Lauds Swift Action on Tasmac Shops
Lauding chief minister C Joseph Vijay for the swift order to close 717 Tasmac liquor shops located near bus stands, places of worship and schools, he raised an alarm regarding reports that local officials in some areas are attempting to relocate these closed shops rather than shutting them down permanently.
Concerns Over Relocation of Closed Shops
'In the past, governments closed shops near highways or schools only to reopen them just a few metres away by reclassifying roads,' he said. 'This must not happen now. For this to be a true step toward total prohibition, these shops must remain closed forever,' he added.
Ramadoss emphasised that the government must ensure that the closures are not circumvented through technicalities. He called for strict monitoring and accountability to uphold the spirit of the directive.
