Delhi’s new excise policy: Good news for liquor lovers! Bars allowed to operate till 3 am
Delhi government made the city's new excise policy public as the details were uploaded on the government's website on Monday evening following a hearing on a petition filed by the liquor traders' association.
The new excise policy of Delhi aimed to introduce changes in the city’s liquor business, clean up malpractices, and improve the user experience. However, the policy did not mention the home delivery of liquor and the legal drinking age.
Also Read | Shocking! Navjot Singh Sidhu’s outstanding electricity bill of 8 lakh for 8 months goes unnoticed
With the new policy, the government is trying to exit the retail liquor trade, which may lead to the closure of state-run shops, a report stated.
In view of the coronavirus protocols in place, the new policy prohibits crowding outside a vend buying through the counter.
-PTC News 
