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Detailed explanation-1: -Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Punjab have all banned hookah bars.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Gujarat Cabinet on Thursday cleared an ordinance which seeks to impose a total ban on hookah bars across the state, Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani said. Once the law comes into effect, those found violating it could face prison up to 3 years and a fine up to ₹50, 000, Gujarat MoS for Home Pradeepsinh Jadeja said.

Detailed explanation-3: -UPSC Mains. Q. Which of the following state governments has legally banned hookah parlours after Gujarat and Maharashtra? Notes: After Maharashtra and Gujarat, Punjab has become the India’s third state to legally ban hookah bars or lounges.

Detailed explanation-4: -According to the new ordinance, operating a hookah bar will be a criminal offence warranting a maximum of three-year imprisonment and Rs 50, 000 fine. In order to check hookah addiction among the youth, the Gujarat government Thursday cleared an ordinance which seeks to ban hookah bars across state.