Subodh Kumar: By introducing the FL-4D licence, the government aims to democratise alcohol…

“ By introducing the FL-4D licence, the government aims to democratise alcohol retailing, allowing more participants, especially small business owners, to enter the market, while keeping premium operations under the more expensive FL-4C framework. This is a step towards inclusive participation in the sector, without the high barrier of licence costs. However, the sale or consumption of any form of alcohol inside cinema halls will remain strictly prohibited. These low-alcohol beverage shops will only be allowed outside the cinema premises within the mall,

Subodh Kumar

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Statements by Subodh Kumar

“ The objective is to ensure greater transparency in liquor sales and strengthen compliance with excise regulations. The department is also encouraging premium retail formats and low-alcohol categories…

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“ The excise department is conducting a special enforcement drive across Gautam Budh Nagar to ensure strict compliance with all excise regulations. Our teams are inspecting liquor shops for valid stock,…

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Excise crackdown on Gautam Budh Nagar liquor shops

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