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Distribution of Liquor Shops to be Closed
Classification of the 717 TASMAC liquor shops scheduled for closure based on their proximity to specific public facilities.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near ...
HomeIndia NewsPolitics NewsTamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near schools, temples and mosquesTamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near schools, temples and mosques2 Min ReadTamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay has ordered the closure of 717 state-run liquor outlets located near places of worship, educational institutions and bus stands. The directive was issued on Tuesday, May 12, two days after he took oath as Chief Minister. Authorities have been told to shut down all Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC) shops functioning within a 500-metre radius of temples, mosques, churches, schools, colleges and bus stands. The government has set a timeline of two weeks for the closure of all identified outlets across the state. According to data from the Tamil Nadu government, there are a total of 4,765 TASMAC liquor retail shops operating in the state. Of these, 717 outlets have been marked for closure under the new directive. Among them, 276 are located near places of worship, 186 are situated near educational institutions and 255 are close to bus stands. After being sworn-in on Sunday, Vijay, in his initial remarks, stated that his administration would function under a single leadership structure and that there would be no competing centres of power within the government. His newly formed cabinet includes young leaders and experienced members, with several close associates of the actor-turned-politician being given key responsibilities in the ministry. Soon after taking charge, Vijay also signed files to implement election promises. The CM's first signatures on government files were to provide 200 units free electricity for domestic consumers. He also approved the creation of a dedicated special force focused on women’s safety and gave clearance for anti-drug units to be established in every district.
CM Vijay orders closure of 717 liquor shops near religious places ...
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday (May 12) ordered the closure of 717 government-run TASMAC liquor retail outlets located within a 500-meter radius of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stations across the State, within two weeks, in the interest of public welfare. "With the welfare of the general public in mind, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C Joseph Vijay, has issued orders to close--within two weeks--717 retail liquor shops situated within a 500-meter radius of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands," the government order read. 4,765 Tasmac liquor retail shops in Tamil Nadu According to the Tamil Nadu government, the state currently has a total of 4,765 retail liquor shops operated by the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC). Of the 717 identified for closure, 276 are located near places of worship, 186 near educational institutions, and 255 near bus stands. CM Vijay has issued directives to conduct a survey and identify those shops located within a 500-meter radius of places of worship, educational institutions, and bus stands. "In accordance with the aforementioned order, it was identified that 717 retail liquor shops are currently operating within these three specified categories. Taking public welfare into consideration, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C Joseph Vijay, has ordered the closure--within the next two weeks--of a total of 717 retail liquor shops, comprising 276 shops located near places of worship, 186 shops near educational institutions, and 255 shops near bus stands," the release added. TASMAC liquor shops make up for high revenue Although TASMAC liquor shops make up for high revenue for the Tamil Nadu government, there have been calls across party lines to close several of these retail outlets. The TASMAC has also come under the probe by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Last year, the probe agency had conducted raids at multiple premises across Tamil Nadu in connection with alleged offences related to Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation Limited (TASMAC) and associated entities under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in its manifesto has also promised a drug-free Tamil Nadu. CM Vijay orders strict measures for women's safety Earlier on Monday, Vijay had issued a decisive directive to establish the "Singa Pen Sirappu Anti-Drug Force" dedicated to ensuring the safety of women across the state. He sa...
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay orders closure of 717 TASMAC liquor shops near ...
CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday directed authorities to shut down 717 TASMAC liquor outlets located within 500 metres of .
Tamil Nadu Govt Orders Closure Of 717 Liquor Outlets Near ... - News18
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has ordered the closure of 717 TASMAC liquor shops operating near temples, educational institutions and bus stands across the state, citing public welfare and safety concerns. According to an official press release, the decision was taken after a statewide review ordered by the Chief Minister to identify TASMAC outlets functioning within a 500-metre radius of ...
