The Economic Times

Anbumani Ramadoss, who banned public smoking during UPA govt, asks PM Modi to bar cigarette sales to those born after 2009

PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to enact legislation prohibiting cigarette sales to individuals born after January 1, 2009. This move aims to create a smoke-free generation by legally preventing future access to tobacco products. Ramadoss highlighted India's significant burden of tobacco-related deaths and diseases in his appeal.