41. The sale of meat, fish and liquor is banned during the Wesak celebrations which last for two days. 42. They were formerly banned during the final week, but a new law enacted last year changed that system. 43. Victory processions were also banned during non-curfew hours with only heavily-armed security forces patrolling the deserted streets. 44. Sales of alcoholic beverages have been banned during the papal visit, and traffic in some parts of the city declared off-limits. |