"There exists a peaceful atmosphere at Thaudugoli village, in the border area of Kerala-Karnataka. But, if liquor shops are opened at Naringana, Thaudugoli and nearby places then it will have an adverse affect on the lives of the villagers. Since the Panchayat has gone ahead with the permission unilaterally, there is no doubt that it has budged down to liquor lobby," he said adding that the Ministers concerned must intervene immediately and see to it that the liquor shops are not opened.
Endorsing his views, DYFI leader Imthiyaz has said that the NOC issued by the Naringana Panchayat must be withdrawn, respecting the emotions of the local residents, failing which intense protests will be staged in future.
They also alleged that the Panchayat members have been bought by the liquor lobby and specifically pointed that the NOC was issued to open a wine shop in a place like Thaudugoli where Muslim population is in majority, using a Muslim GP member as a middleman.
Manjeshwar Block Panchayat Standing Committee President Moosa Kunhi, Varkady GP Standing Committee President Nicolas Monteiro, Manjanady Jamath member Khathar Bawa among others were present.
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