Katra, March 17 -- Following the booking of Orhan Awatramani (Orry) and seven others for allegedly consuming alcohol near the Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra, Reasi SSP Paramvir Singh addressed the matter, reaffirming the town's strict prohibition against alcohol consumption.

Singh stated, "Katra is a holy town and according to a notification by the sub-divisional magistrate, alcohol consumption and sale is prohibited in the town... Taking cognizance of this notification, we have registered a complaint and started an investigation."

Emphasizing the seriousness of the issue, he added, "Our policy is clear that such prohibited actions are subjected to strict action, no matter who does this. The investigation is underway and notices will be i...