Hyderabad Pan Shop Row: AIMIM Steps in as Police Crackdown Near Schools Hits Vendors’ Livelihood

In Hyderabad, members of the Pan Shop Owners Association met Ahmed Bin Abdullah Balala and Mir Zulfeqar Ali at Darussalam to raise concerns over police action against pan shops near schools.

The owners expressed their problems regarding the seizure of goods by police, stating that the situation has caused them serious financial losses. The issue is currently ongoing, with demands made for relief.

AIMIM Intervention After Direction from Asaduddin Owaisi

On the instructions of Asaduddin Owaisi, MLA Ahmed Balala spoke to V. C. Sajjanar and demanded that:

• Goods seized from shopkeepers should be returned immediately
• Shop owners facing losses should be given relief

The representation was made directly to the Police Commissioner regarding the issue.

Police Action Near Schools: Shop Owners Raise Concerns

According to the representation:

• Police seized goods from pan shops located within 100 meters of schools
• Shop owners claimed they are facing livelihood issues due to the action

Speaking to media, Ahmed Balala said:

• “Police seized goods from pan shops within 100 meters near schools.”
• “We represented the issue from Majlis side and immediately approached the Police Commissioner.”

Demand to Protect Livelihood of Pan Shop Owners

Ahmed Balala further stated:

• “This is a livelihood issue. The seized goods should be returned immediately.”
• “There are many shops that existed earlier, and schools came later.”
• “If there is any concern, shop owners are ready to put banners and install CCTV cameras.”
• “Authorities can check anytime, there will be no complaints.”

He also added:

• “Tea and pan are part of Hyderabad’s identity.”
• “Thousands and lakhs of families depend on pan shops for livelihood.”
• “Do not harm people’s livelihood.”

Call to Focus on Drugs Instead of Harassment

Balala urged authorities:

• “Focus on controlling drugs, including online drug supply and ganja business.”
• “Catch those involved in illegal activities instead of harassing small pan shop owners.”

He said that:

• AIMIM and the public will support action against drugs
• But small vendors should not be targeted

Police Commissioner Assures Action

According to Balala:

• The Police Commissioner assured that goods will be returned
• Shop owners may be asked to submit a self-declaration
• Steps will be taken to ensure that their livelihood is not affected

Hyderabad Pan Shop Crackdown Sparks Livelihood Concerns, Talks Held with Police Commissioner

The Hyderabad pan shop crackdown near schools, which led to seizure of goods from shop owners, has sparked concern among vendors. AIMIM leaders Ahmed Balala and Mir Zulfeqar Ali, following instructions from Asaduddin Owaisi, met Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar and demanded the return of seized items. With assurances given and discussions ongoing, the issue remains under process, with focus on balancing enforcement and livelihood.

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