Dehradun, Oct. 26 -- Uttarakhand witnessed not only the traditional glow of lamps this Diwali but also an unprecedented surge in liquor sales, marking a remarkable financial upswing during the festive season. As per data released by the Excise Department, over 6.67 lakh cases of liquor were sold across the state within a span of just 15 days, generating a revenue exceeding Rs 367 crores. The figures represent a sharp rise compared to last year, which indicates the extent to which liquor enthusiasts have celebrated this year's festivities.
Liquor consumption soared notably from the last week of October through the days following Diwali, with cities such as Dehradun, Haridwar, Haldwani, Kashipur, and Udham Singh Nagar witnessing long queues ...