Govt asks IPL to ban tobacco, alcohol advertising

The Union Health Ministry has urged the IPL to ban tobacco and alcohol advertising, including surrogate promotions, at stadiums and during telecasts. Highlighting the link between these substances and non-communicable diseases in India, the ministry emphasizes the IPL's role in promoting public health, considering its vast viewership and influence on youth.

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