Haryana Bans Gutka and Pan Masala for One Year0

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• September 19, 2025

Key Update The Food and Drugs Administration in Haryana has banned the manufacture, storage, distribution, and sale of gutka, pan masala, flavoured tobacco, kharra, and similar products across the state for one year. Food Safety Commissioner Manoj Kumar issued the order this month, citing growing evidence of the severe health hazards caused by these products.