POLITICSJun 26 · 14:35 UTCTHE HINDU NATIONAL

UDF government on shaky ground over proposed low-proof liquor sale in Kerala

The UDF government in Kerala faces criticism over a proposed low-proof liquor sale policy. Opposition LDF accuses the government of corruption by forgoing ₹600 crore in sales tax revenue, while prohibition activists demand the proposal be revoked, citing risks of increased underage drinking.

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