Koraput, Jan. 24 -- The Collector and District Magistrate of Koraput District has directed officials to impose a one-day ban on the sale of non-vegetarian food items on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day celebrations.

In a letter issued on January 23, the Collector and DM instructed all Tahsildars, Block Development Officers and Executive Officers across Koraput district to enforce a ban on the sale of meat, chicken, fish, eggs and other non-vegetarian items on January 26, 2026.

According to the communication, officials have been asked to issue formal notifications within their respective jurisdictions to ensure strict compliance with the order.

Meanwhile, Ayodhya Food Commissioner Manik Chandra Singh announced on January 10 a stric...