Kerala Minister Liju Philip Criticises New Bar Licences, Blames Former LDF Excise Policy

Kerala minister Liju Philip voiced his discontent over the recent issuance of bar licences by the state government. He criticised the new licences as problematic and attributed the underlying issues to the excise policy implemented during the former LDF administration. Philip said that the previous government's approach had created a framework that he believes is now being misused. The remarks come as the state continues to grapple with alcohol regulation and public health concerns. No official response has been released by the current government yet.