The Punjab government has decided to fully automate its QR code–based track-and-trace system across the liquor supply chain to curb excise duty evasion, check counterfeit liquor and enable real-time monitoring from production to retail.
The Andhra Pradesh cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, has approved a marginal increase in liquor prices while simultaneously withdrawing an additional retail excise tax imposed on bars.
The Gujarat government has further relaxed prohibition norms in Gujarat International Finance Tec (GIFT) City, allowing easier access to liquor for non-resident visitors, including people from other Indian states and foreign nationals.
The Delhi government is planning a tech-led overhaul of liquor retailing through an app based platform that will allow consumers to check real time stock and brand availability across liquor stores, according to a media report citing official sources.
Liquor prices in Uttarakhand are expected to increase from December 15 following a major amendment to the state’s Excise Policy 2025–26.
The Himachal Pradesh government has amended its excise policy to allow contractors to interchange up to 30 percent of their liquor quota between Indian Made Foreign Liquor and Country Liquor.
The Telangana High Court has issued notices to the state government over its liquor policy for 2025–27, following a petition challenging key provisions of the excise framework.
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