Rajasthan high court expresses concern over online e-cigarette sale
January 10, 2025 by hindustantimes.com
Rajasthan high court expresses concern over online e-cigarette sale
The Rajasthan High Court has raised serious concerns regarding the online sale of e-cigarettes, describing the enforcement mechanisms as inadequate despite existing laws prohibiting their sale. A bench comprising Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice Uma Shanker Vyas issued directives for authorities to file an affidavit outlining the steps taken to address the issue. While hearing a public interest litigation (PIL), the court noted the significant challenge posed by the online availability of e-cigarettes and highlighted the lack of tangible results from enforcement efforts. The central government informed the court that implementing the ban is the responsibility of state governments and that instructions had been issued to them accordingly.
7.10% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 72.7 million current smokers in India 12.80% of men are current smokers but only 1.10% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR
