This news is for the people of Punjab looking to visit Himachal Pradesh, especially alcohol lovers looking to celebrate New Year. The state government has made it clear that if people drink alcohol out in public, then they shall not be detained. This is indeed the case as the government of Himachal Pradesh led by Sukhvinder Sukhu has come up with such directives, and the words of the Chief Minister are going viral on the internet.
During the media interaction, when Chief Minister, Sukhu gave a speech at the Winter Carnival in Shimla, he said that if the tourist wishes to enjoy alcohol with his family, only the police will escort the tourist back to his room instead of detaining them.
Moreover, construction companies will now be able to keep all hotels, roadside food joints, and even restaurants up and running till the 5th of January. This development makes sure that the tourists planning visit to Himachal Pradesh at night won’t be out of service. Even the Chief Minister added to the agenda that all the youth of Himachal should be kind and respectful towards tourists because they are our guests who should be respected.
However such clear directions from the authorities can be unhealthy, potentially increasing the cases of drink and driving. The youth does intoxication even at the times when it is strictly prohibited but when it is permitted by the authorities the consequences can be devastating. Especially when the snow-covered roads in Himachal are prone to major road accidents.