The Assam government has decided to ban serving and consumption of beef in restaurants, hotels and public places, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Wednesday. A decision was taken at a meeting of the state cabinet to amend the existing law on beef consumption to incorporate the new provisions.

The Assam government has announced an immediate ban on the consumption of beef in hotels, restaurants, and public gatherings. This decision follows accusations against the BJP regarding beef distribution during recent byelections.

Until now, the law barred sale and purchase of beef and beef products in areas “predominantly inhabited by Hindu, Jain, Sikh and other non-beef eating communities”, or “within a radius of 5 km” of any

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a ban on serving and consuming beef in hotels, restaurants, and public places, extending restrictions under the Assam Cattle Preservation Act, 2021.

Assam government bans public consumption of beef to strengthen Cattle Preservation Act following political controversy in Samaguri constituency.

The decision was taken at a meeting of the state Cabinet to amend the existing law on beef consumption, said Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

The Assam government has prohibited the consumption of beef in hotels, restaurants, and public gatherings following political controversy. This decision expands the existing cattle preservation law, impacting community festivals and social events across the state,

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a statewide ban on the consumption and serving of beef in public places, including hotels, restaurants, and public events.

The Assam government has imposed a sweeping ban on serving and consuming beef in restaurants, hotels, public functions, and other community spaces across the state.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a ban on serving and consuming beef in restaurants, hotels, and public spaces across the state. This decision expands on the earlier restriction that prohibited beef consumption near temples.