The new liquor policy has come into effect in Andhra Pradesh. Chandrababu Naidu’s government has said that under its new liquor policy, a 180 ml bottle will be sold for just Rs 99. Apart from this, many other decisions have been taken. Under the new liquor policy, the shops that won the lottery have started selling. However, a big problem has arisen for new liquor shops. Even if some people get shops, the owners are demanding huge advance amount and rent. This is why only a few shops were available on the first day.
Moreover, there are rules for setting up liquor shops away from schools and temples. According to the provisions of the new liquor policy, permanent permits are given for two years only after examining the arrangements of the shops. These liquor shops should be more than 100 meters away from government and private schools and colleges. Additionally, liquor shops should be within a hundred meters of temples, mosques and churches identified by the state government. Because of this rule, it has become a bit difficult for some people to find shops.
There is no objection to liquor shops even if national and state highways pass through the jurisdiction of the city and municipal corporation. However, if national and state highways pass through villages with a population of less than 20,000, there is a rule to keep shops at a distance of 220 metres. Besides, the government has also implemented the rule that liquor shops will be established at a distance of 500 meters from national and state highways in villages with a population of more than 20,000.
From now on, whatever brand the liquor lovers want will be available in the state. APSBCL is preparing to supply the brands ordered by liquor shop owners. All brands available across the country will be made available within a week. Apart from this, the government announced that they will sell one quarter of liquor for Rs 99. Four national companies are ready to provide it at that price.
