Govt proposes shift to a duty system based on alcohol content percentage
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Summary
Karnataka plans to remove state control over liquor pricing, shifting to an alcohol content-based duty system by April 2026 to modernize taxation
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 63 million MSMEs
Key Numbers
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
Fiscal deficit target: 4.4% of GDP
GST collection: Rs 1.87 lakh crore/month avg
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right