According to the official, the letter was issued to Philip Morris on August 10.
"In the communication, the Health Ministry has warned Philip Morris against promotional activities for Marlboro cigarettes, which is a violation of the country's tobacco control law and is subject to punishment under the act," Arun Jha, Economic Advisor at the Ministry of Health and Family welfare, told IANS.
Jha said the two companies have been sent the letter and told to clarify their stand on the issue immediately.
He said tobacco advertisements that use brand names, pack images or promotional messages are banned at kiosks -- both inside and outside.
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