23
May
A recent decision by the Assam Excise Department to issue a liquor licence to a bar and restaurant near Gauhati University has sparked a wave of protests from the university administration and local residents, who allege it violates existing laws meant to protect educational zones. The licence in question was granted to Smti Kaberi Das for her establishment, M/S Angel Bar & Restaurant, located in Pandu Sadilapur under Ward No. 01 of Guwahati. The bar, situated along the NH-37 Bypass in Jalukbari, has been allowed to operate under Rule 116 of the Assam Excise Rules, 2016 (as amended). The premises…