Farooq Abdullah says alcohol ban in Jammu Kashmir could happen in minutes with compensation

Published on 12 May 2026

He claims a ban could be implemented fast

Farooq Abdullah reignited the liquor-outlet dispute in Jammu and Kashmir, saying a ban on alcohol could be imposed “within minutes” if the Centre compensates the revenue loss. Abdullah clarified he does not drink, arguing that people would still find alcohol outside if it is withdrawn locally, keeping consumption habits intact.

Abdullah says J and K could ban alcohol quickly with Centre support
He links the plan to compensating lost excise revenue
He argues banning won’t stop drinking habits, only shifts sourcing
The remarks add fuel to the widening liquor-outlets row

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Farooq Abdullah says alcohol ban in Jammu Kashmir could happen in minutes with compensation

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