Minister orders crackdown on illicit liquor, ganja and belt-shops across A.P.
Andhra Pradesh Minister Kollu Ravindra has ordered excise officials to intensify crackdowns on illegal liquor, ganja trafficking, and unauthorized 'belt shops.' The government is also reviewing its liquor policy to ensure quality and public health protection.
Why it matters
It reflects ongoing efforts by state governments to regulate the liquor industry and curb illicit trade to protect public health and revenue.
Minister for Mines, Geology, and Excise Kollu Ravindra instructed Excise officials on Thursday to step up surveillance and enforcement against illegal liquor trade, ganja trafficking, and belt shops across the State, emphasising the importance of public health protection.
The article reports on official government directives and administrative meetings without taking a stance on the policy's efficacy.
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