India, June 24 -- Pressure is mounting on the Congress-led UDF Government in Kerala to review its decision to reduce taxes on low-alcohol beverages, with key ally IUML expressing concern over the move and the Opposition CPI(M) intensifying its attack.

The latest sign of discomfort within the ruling front came from Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) State president Sadique Ali Shihab Thangal, who said concerns raised over the budget proposal to reduce taxes on low-alcohol beverages should be addressed even as the Government pushes ahead with its anti-drug campaign, 'Operation Toofan'.

In articles published in two Malayalam dailies, Thangal described substance abuse as a grave menace affecting individuals, families and society, and said ef...