Karnataka mulls new tattoo regulations amid health concerns
The Karnataka government is looking into implementing fresh guidelines for the tattooing industry to address health hazards associated with tattoo inks. The state's health department has submitted a report to the central government and is preparing to establish a committee of experts. Authorities are currently reviewing standards for ink safety, hygiene protocols, equipment sterilization, and general tattooing procedures, following worries about the risk of infections and the potential for toxic chemicals or metals to enter the bloodstream.