Vaping debate brings back into focus e-cigarettes’ quiet spread in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack
TNN / Apr 30, 2026, 21:54 (IST)
Allegations of Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag vaping in a dressing room highlight the growing, illegal use of e-cigarettes and hookah in Odisha. Despite a 2019 ban, easy availability through informal channels, poor enforcement, and low awareness, especially among youth, persist. Experts warn of serious health risks, urging stronger messaging and stricter inspections.