Hyderabad, May 20 -- The Telangana government has increased prices of liquor brands from Rs.10 to Rs.40 per bottle with effect from Monday, people familiar with the matter said.

The decision to increase the liquor prices was taken by the Telangana Beverages Corporation Limited (TGBCL), in tune with the policy decision of the state prohibition and excise department. As per the new rates, a 180 ml quarter bottle of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and foreign liquor brands will cost Rs.10 more, while the cost of a 350 ml half-bottle has gone up by a Rs.20 hike, and that of a 750ml full bottle by Rs.40.

However, there has been no increase in the price of low-cost ordinary liquor or ready-to-drink options like wine or breezer or beer. The ...