Alcohol Sale Debate Ends with Sindh Assembly Rejecting Ban Proposal
2026-02-12 - 17:46
KARACHI – In Pakistan, alcohol has always been a taboo, as the booze sale is tightly controlled and often whispered about in public. Lately, Sindh Assembly stirred fresh attention when MQM-P lawmaker Anil Kumar demanded complete ban on liquor across the province, claiming it tarnished the reputation of minor community. The debate promised seriousness quickly turned into mix of controversy and laughter. MQM-P lawmaker Anil Kumar stood up with a bold demand, as he pushed for ban on alcohol and cancel all liquor licenses. As lawmakers exchanged heated words, along with some chuckles, the motion sparked a clash between social values, law, and public opinion, ultimately ending in rejection. Sindh Alcohol Sale آج کل یہ کلپ دوبارہ گھوم رہا کہ سندھ اسمبلی میں اقلیتی رکن شراب پر پابندی کا بل لایا تھا اور مسلمان اکثریت نے مسترد کر دیا تھا زاہد شراب پینے سے کافر ہوا میں کیوں0کیا ڈیڑھ چلو پانی میں ایماں بہہ گیاpic.twitter.com/DQ6enQli2m — RAShahzaddk (@RShahzaddk) February 12, 2026 The House rejected bold resolution seeking ban on alcohol across the province. The motion, moved by MQM-P lawmaker Anil Kumar, aimed to cancel all liquor shop licenses, accusing alcohol sales “in the name of minorities” of tarnishing the reputation of the Hindu community. Kumar insisted that a complete ban would protect public morals and align with social values, urging the provincial government to withdraw existing permits immediately. The resolution faced strong pushback as Sindh Home Minister Lanjar warned that a blanket prohibition would impact multiple segments of society and dismissed the proposal as Kumar’s personal opinion. He said alcohol sales in Sindh are already strictly regulated, primarily available to non-Muslims and foreigners, under existing laws. The debate drew reactions from lawmakers across party lines, with moments of laughter breaking the serious discussion. Despite the passionate arguments, the resolution was ultimately rejected by a majority vote. Following the decision, the speaker adjourned the assembly until Friday afternoon, ending a session that mixed humor, controversy, and social debate in equal measure. Drunken outburst lands Sindh University Vice-Chancellor Azhar Shah in Hot Water