Old wine in new bottle: Difference in Delhi’s liquor policy from September 1

New policy to help in keeping checks on illicit liquor trade…

From September 1, Delhi will revert to the old excise regime for six months. In the wake of a massive controversy over its new liquor law, the AAP government in the national capital decided to bring back the old excise policy under which there are no private players in the segment.

According to the information, the excise policy under which the private liquor vends are currently being run in the city comes to an end on August 31, nine months after it was implemented.

Starting September 1, only Delhi government corporations will be allowed to run retail liquor shops. The new policy had completely changed the way liquor was sold in the national capital with the government withdrawing from the retail business and letting private players run the show. It also introduced discounts, rebates and one-plus-one offers on sale of booze.

As per the sources, the AAP government is planning to tweak the old excise policy so that in addition to past norms, there are new ones that will not only benefit customers but also keep checks on illicit liquor trade.

Knowing about the changes; 

Delhiites will be provided a wide-ranging choice of booze. Over 1,000 liquor brands, both desi and foreign, will be available for purchase at the government-run vends.

In addition to the Excise Intelligence.

Whereas the four government corporations will operate both premium and budget vends that will cater to customers from all walks of life.