Koraput District Non-Veg Ban Withdrawn

The India — Koraput district administration in India — Odisha, led by Collector Manoj Satyavan Mahajan, initially issued a directive on January 23, 2026, banning the sale of non-vegetarian food items on Republic Day (January 26, 2026). This decision, citing administrative guidelines and demands from a preparatory committee, faced widespread criticism from locals, traders, and political figures like Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka of the India — Indian National Congress, who deemed it arbitrary and unconstitutional. Following the backlash, the India — Koraput district administration revoked the ban on January 25, 2026, with Manoj Satyavan Mahajan issuing a new notification to withdraw the earlier order. The incident highlighted concerns over constitutional freedoms and the economic impact on small-scale vendors.