Omar Abdullah rejects claims of encouraging alcohol consumption amid ban debate

Abdullah strongly denied allegations that his government was opening new liquor shops or encouraging local youth to consume alcohol. He stated that existing liquor outlets are intended for people whose religion permits alcohol consumption and for tourists, not for local residents.

​Abdullah strongly denied allegations that his government was opening new liquor shops or encouraging local youth to consume alcohol. He stated that existing liquor outlets are intended for people whose religion permits alcohol consumption and for tourists, not for local residents.