Lucknow, Feb. 7 -- The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the Excise Policy for the financial year 2025-26 in a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday. A key highlight of the new policy is that, from now on, beer, liquor, and wine will be sold from a single counter. The Excise Department will not renew existing licenses this time, and the option for license renewal will be reinstated in the financial year 2026-27.
Previously, beer was sold separately, and a distinct license was required for beer sales. However, under the new policy, composite shops will be introduced, allowing the simultaneous sale of foreign liquor, beer, and wine.
On-premises consumption will not be permitted at these outlets. The gove...