Difficulties increased for alcohol drinkers, Excise Department has prepared a new proposal, know how expensive English liquor has become

Lucknow. The new excise policy is going to be implemented in Uttar Pradesh from April 1. With the implementation of this policy, the problems of those drinking English wine will increase. The new policy of the Excise Department will come into effect from April 1, 2026. The department has sent a proposal for a ten percent increase in the license fee. If this proposal is implemented then quarters will become costlier by Rs 20, half by Rs 50 and full bottles by Rs 100. With the implementation of this new policy, the government’s revenue will increase, but consumers will have to dig deep into their pockets.

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Let us tell you that Uttar Pradesh Government amends the excise policy every financial year. Its objective is not only to control the liquor business but also to increase the revenue of the state. This time, Excise Department officials, on the condition of anonymity, said that a proposal to increase the license fee by about ten percent in 2026 has been prepared and it has also been sent to Lucknow Headquarters for approval. According to the information, the final approval will be given on this proposal in January, after which the new rates will be implemented.

This time also the Excise Department has retained the renewal system. It is clear that a new tender process will not be conducted and only existing shopkeepers will get the facility to renew their licenses. This is a relief for traders as it will ensure business continuity. After increasing the license fee, traders will decide the new price by adding their expenses. It is clear that the prices of liquor bottles will automatically increase. The department has not yet announced the official rates, but indications suggest that the prices of English liquor may increase by Rs 15 to Rs 100 this time.

Quarter bottle: Can be expensive by around 15 to 20 rupees.
Half Bottle: Rates may increase by Rs 40 to Rs 50.
Full bottle: May cost consumers Rs 80 to Rs 100.