The Punjab government has declared Amritsar, Sri Anandpur Sahib (Rupnagar district), and Talwandi Sabo (Sri Damdama Sahib, Bathinda district) as the Holy Cities.
The declaration aims to protect the religious sanctity and cultural character of these cities.
Sale and consumption of liquor and intoxicants are restricted within the notified municipal limits.
The sale and consumption of meat are also banned in these areas.