Fish and meat shops in Varanasi to remain closed during Navratri

In a first, Varanasi Municipal Corporation has said that all fish and meat shops within its limits will remain closed during Navratri.

A proposal regarding this was passed unanimously at an Executive Council meeting of the municipal corporation on Thursday.

Announcing the decision on Friday (March 28, 2025), Mayor Ashok Tiwari said, "Considering the religious significance of Kashi and sentiments of the devotees, it has been decided to close all fish and meat shops during Navratri."