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Nagpur Police Shut Down Hidden Hookah Den
22 Mar
Summary
- An illegal hookah parlour was discovered in a Nagpur restaurant.
- Five individuals were charged following the raid.
- Prohibited tobacco products and hookah equipment were seized.
Ambazari police successfully dismantled an illegal hookah parlour operating covertly within a restaurant located at Bhagwati Heights in Ram Nagar, Nagpur. This decisive action, carried out on Friday night, resulted in the registration of cases against five individuals identified as the owner and associates.
The operation was initiated following credible information received during a routine patrol. Officers found patrons actively consuming hookah on the premises. Consequently, charges were filed against the accused, and all illicit tobacco products and associated hookah equipment were confiscated.
This raid is part of the city police's continuous and determined campaign to eradicate illegal hookah parlours that often masquerade as legitimate cafes and restaurants. The police remain committed to maintaining public order and enforcing regulations against such establishments.
