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Karnataka Bans Tobacco-Based Gutkha and Pan Masala Sales for One Year

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The Karnataka government has imposed a one-year ban on the sale of gutkha and pan masala containing tobacco across the state. The prohibition was officially notified on August 10, 2026, and will remain in effect for twelve months from that date. The ban applies statewide, covering all districts and localities within Karnataka. Such periodic bans are typically enforced under food safety regulations to curb the public health risks associated with tobacco-laced chewing products.

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