Rishikesh, May 27 -- Rishikesh is witnessing growing unrest among locals over the alleged illegal sale and smuggling of liquor. Today, the local residents surrounded the IDPL outpost, demanding immediate action to curb these activities. Frustrated by repeated incidents and unsatisfactory responses from the authorities, they also submitted a memorandum to the police, urging a stringent ban on the illicit trade.
The protesters also warned that in case the illegal liquor trade is not stopped in Rishikesh, they will launch a large-scale agitation. Although police officials have assured positive action, locals remain sceptical due to previous instances where similar concerns were raised but no substantial measures were taken. This ongoing issue...