Exploring India's Culinary Diversity: 8 Cities Where Non-Veg Is Banned

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Olivia Sarkar
Jun 03, 2024

Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Ahmedabad, renowned for its rich heritage and vibrant culture, prohibits meat consumption within its municipal limits, primarily involving Jain and Hindu communities.

Palitana, Gujarat

Palitana, Gujarat's Bhavnagar district, is the world's first vegetarian city, prohibiting meat, eggs, and fish consumption, reflecting the Jain principle of ahimsa.

Pushkar, Rajasthan

Pushkar, a sacred city in Aravalli hills, is a Hindu pilgrimage destination with strict restrictions on meat and alcohol consumption.

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh

Tirupati, home to the revered Sri Venkateswara Temple, strictly adheres to religious customs, prohibiting non-vegetarian food and alcohol consumption within the temple premises and surrounding areas.

Vaishno Devi, Jammu and Kashmir

Vaishno Devi shrine, a Hindu pilgrimage site in Jammu and Kashmir, prohibits non-vegetarian food and alcohol consumption, showcasing the sacred site's sanctity.

Shirdi, Maharashtra

Shirdi, renowned for its Sai Baba shrine, attracts millions of global devotees who strictly prohibit non-vegetarian food and alcohol consumption, promoting spiritual purity and devotion.

Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Haridwar, a sacred Hindu city on the Ganges, strictly prohibits non-vegetarian food and alcohol consumption as a pilgrimage destination due to religious customs.

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