Delhi ends discounts on MRP of liquor after offers result in large crowds

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New Delhi: The Excise Department in Delhi on Monday (February 28) ordered discontinuation of discounts /rebate/ concession on MRP of liquor in the national capital.

The decision comes after liquor stores in several areas of Delhi witnessed long queues of people as some outlets offered discounts on different brands of alcohol.

Ordering the discontinuation of discounts, the Excise Department cited the inconvenience to the local population and the problem in the maintenance of law and order that arose due to the offers.

The department also warned of the actions against those who offer the discounts/rebates/concession on MRP of liquor in the national capital.