India, June 30 -- All 713 government-run liquor stores across Delhi have successfully renewed their retail licenses by the evening of June 30, ensuring uninterrupted alcohol sales from July 1, officials from the excise department and the four government corporations that operate these outlets confirmed. The timely renewal means no disruption in supply or retail operations, a significant relief for the city's liquor trade.

In parallel, nearly all hotels, clubs, and restaurants (classified as HCR licensees) submitted applications for license renewal, with majority receiving approval by Monday evening, the people cited above said, adding that numbers are yet to be compiled.

Those still awaiting their renewed licenses, however, will face ce...