Village ostracizes shop owner and fines her for wearing salwar-kameez, sparking official investigation.

In the Darrang district of Assam, Meghali Das was fined Rs 5,000 and ostracized by her village for wearing salwar-kameez, preferred for its convenience at her shop. She filed a complaint with officials, who plan to investigate. Villagers accused her of selling fake gold and illegal alcohol, though this was not confirmed.

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