The Union Cabinet on Wednesday banned all forms of nicotine-based electronic cigarettes in the country, citing potential risks posed to the youth and students.
Explanation on e-cigarettes -
Nirmala Sitharaman said that 300 million US citizens are using e-cigarettes and a 78 per cent increase in the use of e-cigarettes has been found among high school students in the US.
Punishment for Law Voilation-
First-time violators will have to face imprisonment of up to one year and Rs. one lakh of fine. Also, repeat offenders can get up to three years of imprisonment and Rs. 5 lakhs of fine.
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