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Andhra Pradesh to Keep 3,736 Liquor Outlets Under Revised Excise Policy
✍️ The News Minute
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 04:40 PM
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The Andhra Pradesh government announced that it will continue to operate 3,736 liquor shops under its updated excise policy, a move aimed at balancing revenue generation and public health concerns.
The state’s new excise policy, unveiled this week, includes a provision to retain 3,736 existing liquor outlets.
Under the revised framework, the government will maintain these shops while tightening licensing requirements and increasing tax rates.
Officials say the decision will help preserve jobs, sustain revenue streams and allow for better regulation of alcohol sales.
The policy is part of a broader effort to curb illicit trade and promote responsible consumption.
Under the revised framework, the government will maintain these shops while tightening licensing requirements and increasing tax rates.
Officials say the decision will help preserve jobs, sustain revenue streams and allow for better regulation of alcohol sales.
The policy is part of a broader effort to curb illicit trade and promote responsible consumption.