The Election Commission has issued new directives following the assembly elections in Hyderabad. As per these directives, liquor shops will be closed for two days. All wine shops in the state will be closed from 5 pm on the 28th of this month. The wine shop owners have been informed not to open until the end of polling in the state.
The Election Commission has warned that strict action will be taken if a wine shop is found to be open in violation of its orders. Additionally, the EC has instructed Excise officials to keep a close watch on illegal liquor trafficking. Officials have reported that liquor and drugs worth Rs 115.71 crore, which were being distributed during the elections, have been seized so far.
