Villagers in Valanadu block government liquor shop; shop temporarily closed
Villagers in Valanadu protested the opening of a government liquor shop near homes; the tahsildar ordered a temporary closure after their agitation.
Residents in the Valanadu area staged a sit-in opposing the opening of a government liquor shop near a residential area. They argued it would inconvenience women and schoolchildren and demanded that the outlet be closed permanently.
Following the protest and complaints to officials, the tahsildar ordered the shop to be temporarily closed. Authorities later held talks with villagers about further action.
Courtesy: Hindu Tamil Thisai