Delhi Excise Policy: MRPs for 505 alcoholic brands set at a fixed rate

So far, 516 different liquor brands have been registered. The charge for 507 of the 516 registered brands has been paid. 

New Delhi: Under its new excise policy, the Delhi government has set the maximum retail price for 505 liquor brands. According to excise officials, the 505 brands include 166 whiskey brands, 154 wine brands, 65 beer brands, and 55 vodka brands.

So far, 516 different liquor brands have been registered. The charge for 507 of the 516 registered brands has been paid. An excise department official said that the MRP (maximum retail price) for 505 alcoholic brands has been set until Friday.

As per the official, wholesale prices for various liquor brands could rise by 8-9 percent.