Liquor being consumed illegally in hotels on Shivamogga–Tirthahalli Road
Excise Department officials in Karnataka conducted raids on hotels along the Shivamogga–Tirthahalli Road after discovering illegal liquor consumption on premises. Seven cases were registered against various establishments for violating state excise laws.
Why it matters
The enforcement action underscores the strict regulation of alcohol consumption in public spaces and the legal risks faced by hospitality businesses.
Liquor being consumed illegally in hotels on Shivamogga–Tirthahalli Road left Excise Department officials of Karnataka conducted surprise checks in hotels in Shivamogga taluk on October 14, 2026. The booked cases for consumption of alcohol against the rules. Special Arrangement The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/lstomq/article71587684.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9911_15_10_2026_16_9_56_2_EXCISE_2.JPEG SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT Shivamogga Karnataka 15-10-2026 Excise Department officials conducted surprise checks in hotels in Shivamogga taluk on Wednesday and booked cases for allowing consumption of alcohol against the rules. Photo by special arrangement On October 14, the team of Excise Department officials checked hotels on either side of the Shivamogga–Tirthahalli Road at Gajanur, Sakrebailu, and Mandagadde Shivamogga A team of Excise Department officials of Karnataka inspected hotels and dhabas in Shivamogga taluk and registered seven cases for allegedly allowing the illegal consumption of liquor.
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