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Madhya Pradesh CM Chouhan Announces New Excise Policy to Curb Liquor Consumption
✍️ Aabkari Times
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 08:17 AM
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Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan unveiled a revised excise policy aimed at reducing alcohol consumption in Madhya Pradesh.
Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that the state government will implement a revamped excise policy designed to curb liquor consumption. The policy, which is set to take effect next month, will introduce higher excise duties on alcoholic beverages and stricter licensing norms for retailers. Chouhan said the move aligns with the government’s public health objectives and will help reduce alcohol‑related harm across the state.
The revised framework also includes provisions for increased monitoring of alcohol sales and a crackdown on illegal liquor production. Officials expect the policy to deter excessive drinking and support broader welfare initiatives.
The announcement was made during a press briefing in Bhopal, where Chouhan highlighted the need for stronger regulatory measures to protect community health. The state’s excise department will begin drafting the detailed guidelines shortly.
The revised framework also includes provisions for increased monitoring of alcohol sales and a crackdown on illegal liquor production. Officials expect the policy to deter excessive drinking and support broader welfare initiatives.
The announcement was made during a press briefing in Bhopal, where Chouhan highlighted the need for stronger regulatory measures to protect community health. The state’s excise department will begin drafting the detailed guidelines shortly.