Uttar Pradesh Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana enforced a ban on pan-masala and gutka within Vidhan Sabha premises after a legislator was caught spitting gutka. Violators will face a ₹1,000 fine.

In a statement, Satish Mahana said, “The consumption of pan-masala and gutka is hereby prohibited on Vidhan Sabha premises, with immediate effect.” “If any individual consumes pan-masala and ...

While pan masala brands often market their products under the guise of ‘cardamom’ or ‘mouth fresheners,’ critics argue they indirectly promote tobacco usage, which poses serious health risks.

Speaker Satish Mahana on Tuesday (March 4, 2025) took exception to a member spitting pan masala on the carpet at the entrance of the main hall of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly. He asked all MLAs to ...