Hyderabad police imposed restrictions for Holi celebrations, restricting group movement of vehicles and throwing colors on unwilling persons. BJP MLA Raja Singh criticized the move, calling it discriminatory and anti-Hindu, alleging influence from the Congress government. Restrictions are in effect from March 13 to March 15, with closure of wine shops and bars on March 14.
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