Maharashtra government decided to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks near schools

Maharashtra government decided to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks near schools.
The Maharashtra government has decided to impose a ban on the sale of energy drinks with high caffeine content within a 500-meter radius of schools.
State Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Minister Dharmarao Baba Atram made this announcement during a session of the Legislative Council on July 12.
The main aim of this directive is to safeguard student health by regulating caffeine intake.
As per the existing rules, caffeine content between 145 ml and 300 ml is allowed in one litre of carbonated or non-carbonated drinks.
Caffeine is a drug that stimulates the brain and nervous system.
It increases breathing and heart rate, increases mental alertness, and physical energy.