The Delhi government led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta is working towards introducing a transparent and accountable policy that boosts both revenue, curbs illegal liquor trade and ensures the safety and dignity of people. The main focus of this initiative is especially women while they pass by liquor outlets.

CM Gupta stated that the new excise policy will be implemented just weeks after the rollout of the Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy.

Here are some of the key aspects under the policy:

⦁ The new excise policy will place a strong emphasis on preventing revenue leakage by strengthening technology-based monitoring systems.
⦁ The government is making efforts to enhance digital monitoring of liquor supply chain, inventory, sales and also introducing several changes to the licensing system.
⦁ These measures will help curb tax evasion and increase revenue for the Excise Department.
⦁ One of the key aspects of the new excise policy will be, enhancing women’s safety and improving public convenience by taking complaints about the inconvenience faced by women near government-run liquor shops seriously. The Delhi government is planning to introduce stricter regulations.

According to a report, the government is seeking suggestions from the public and other stakeholders on various aspects to make the new policy more effective and practical and based on their suggestions the final draft will be placed before the Cabinet.

Enforcing Public order

The report further stated that the Delhi government may also introduce strict provisions against crowding outside liquor shops, public drinking, and other forms of public disorder also if required the government may review the locations of liquor outlets, their operating procedures, and existing safety standards.

Notably the government’s goal is to implement a policy that is transparent, technology-driven, and aligned with the public interest.