This 'Red Card' shakes up Mizoram's prohibition policy

Mizoram's ZPM government will now issue permits for liquor consumption on medical grounds. Residents can apply for a 'Red Card' with a prescription from a registered doctor. This move eases the state's long-standing prohibition regime. The government aims to support local agriculture and address drug abuse concerns. Permits will cost ₹50 with an annual renewal fee of ₹5,000.