What Cigarettes and Vaping Products Are Banned in India?

Discover the ban on electronic nicotine delivery systems in India and its impact on public health.

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Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS), which include e-cigarettes, vape pens, and other similar products are banned in India. The government imposed this ban to address public health concerns, particularly to prevent the initiation of nicotine use among young people and reduce overall tobacco consumption in the country.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What are Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems? Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) include e-cigarettes and vape pens designed to deliver nicotine without burning tobacco.
  2. Why did India ban e-cigarettes? India banned e-cigarettes to prevent nicotine addiction among youth and to reduce overall tobacco consumption.
  3. What are the health risks of vaping? Vaping poses health risks such as lung injury, nicotine addiction, and exposure to harmful chemicals.
  4. Are there any exceptions to the e-cigarette ban in India? As of now, there are no recognized exceptions to the e-cigarette ban in India.

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