Keralam bars processing of fresh liquor licences amid row over approvals

Published 08 Nov 2026, 17:19 IST

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The Kerala Excise Department has ordered a freeze on bar licence renewals until the state announces its new liquor policy, which is expected before November 30, while the processing of fresh liquor licences continues amid a row over approvals.

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Kerala Excise Department has ordered a freeze on bar licence renewals until the state announces its new liquor policy, expected before November 30.

— Mathrubhumi English
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Keralam bars processing of fresh liquor licences amid row over approvals

— India Today

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Mathrubhumi English Center-Left Mathrubhumi Printing & Publishing Co. 08 Nov 2026, 15:21 IST

No bar licence renewals until new liquor policy: Kerala Excise Department issues fresh order

Kerala Excise Department has ordered a freeze on bar licence renewals until the state announces its new liquor policy, expected before November 30.

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India Today Center-Right Living Media India Current article 08 Nov 2026, 17:19 IST

Keralam bars processing of fresh liquor licences amid row over approvals

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