Bihar Government Reaffirms Prohibition Enforcement Amid Opposition Claims of Law's Ineffectiveness

Bihar's Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha reaffirmed the government's commitment to strictly enforce the 2016 liquor prohibition law, acknowledging implementation challenges and inviting suggestions for improvement. Meanwhile, RJD MLC Sunil Singh criticized the ban as ineffective, alleging increased liquor consumption and availability, including claims of liquor delivery within the Legislative Council premises. The Patna High Court recently criticized the government for failing to enforce the law effectively, citing risks to public safety amid ongoing illicit trade.