Smoking ban and actors

The ban imposed on smoking in public places by the Health Minister Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss starting from October 2nd has evoked mixed response from the public. Meanwhile, the minister has made it clear that it will be applicable to actors too. According to Dr. Anbumani, actors found smoking during shooting in public places will
also attract a fine of Rs. 200. Reacting to the ban, Shah Rukh Khan welcomed the decision but insisted on a total prohibition and stricter punishment. He added that he would try not to smoke in public.
Earlier many film personalities strongly condemned the minister forfocusing on this issue and advised him to concentrate on more important issues.