Uproar Erupts Over Uttar Pradesh's New Eateries Order

The Uttar Pradesh government extended an order to display owners' names at all eateries statewide, initially implemented along the Kanwar Yatra route. Opposition parties criticize it as discriminatory against Muslim traders. The regulation cites the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and aims to prevent confusion among kanwariyas.

The Uttar Pradesh government has extended a controversial order requiring all eateries to display their owners' names. Initially enforced along the Kanwar Yatra route, the regulation is now statewide. Opposition parties claim the move targets Muslim traders.

Officials argue the rule adheres to the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, which mandates that eateries list the firm name, owner's name, and licence number. Critics argue it could lead to discrimination and unrest.

A formal order is expected soon. The Muzaffarnagar police originally introduced the measure to prevent confusion among kanwariyas and avoid law-and-order issues.