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Women in Shivpuri’s Goorri Village Stage Unique Protest Demanding Alcohol Ban
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 04:31 PM
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Women in Goorri village, Shivpuri district, staged a distinctive demonstration to press for a total ban on alcohol sales, drawing widespread attention.
Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh saw a striking protest on Wednesday when women from Goorri village gathered to demand a complete ban on the sale of alcohol. The demonstration, described by locals as unconventional, involved the participants taking direct action that captured the interest of nearby residents and authorities.
The women, who have been vocal about the social harms they associate with liquor outlets, organized the rally to pressure the district administration to enforce prohibition. Their method of protest, which reportedly included attempts to dismantle a mobile tower near the village, was intended to highlight the urgency of their demand and to challenge the perceived inaction of officials.
Police presence was noted at the scene, but the protesters maintained a peaceful stance despite the heightened tension. The event has amplified calls for stricter enforcement of existing liquor laws in the region and is expected to influence upcoming discussions among local leaders.
Authorities have not yet issued a formal response, but the protest has placed the issue of alcohol regulation back on the district’s agenda, with community members urging swift action.
The Goorri protest underscores a growing trend of grassroots movements in Madhya Pradesh where women are increasingly taking the lead in social campaigns, particularly those related to public health and safety.
The women, who have been vocal about the social harms they associate with liquor outlets, organized the rally to pressure the district administration to enforce prohibition. Their method of protest, which reportedly included attempts to dismantle a mobile tower near the village, was intended to highlight the urgency of their demand and to challenge the perceived inaction of officials.
Police presence was noted at the scene, but the protesters maintained a peaceful stance despite the heightened tension. The event has amplified calls for stricter enforcement of existing liquor laws in the region and is expected to influence upcoming discussions among local leaders.
Authorities have not yet issued a formal response, but the protest has placed the issue of alcohol regulation back on the district’s agenda, with community members urging swift action.
The Goorri protest underscores a growing trend of grassroots movements in Madhya Pradesh where women are increasingly taking the lead in social campaigns, particularly those related to public health and safety.