After new law, Mizoram earns Rs 7.2 crore as liquor excise

Responding to a question by opposition MLA Dr K Beichhua, R Lalzirliana said the state government has earned Rs 7,23,43,628 till June 25 this after the introduction of the new liquor law, the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition and Control) Act 2014.

The Home Minister said a total of 1,008 people have also been booked under provisions of the new law, which prohibit public drunkenness, possessing and consuming liquor without proper permits and drink driving, among others.

Those found guilty of breaching the law have been fined money, ordered to perform community service or sent to jail, he said.

Responding to an additional question, R Lalzirliana said the revenue earned by the various state PSUs that look after the authorised liquor outlets are deposited to the state exchequer.

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