Liquor License Frenzy: Shamshabad Sees Overwhelming Surge in Applications, Shaping Record Revenue
The surge in applications for alcohol sale licenses has led to a substantial increase in government revenue. The figures raked in through this competition may astound you.
An unprecedented number of applications for liquor shop licenses are being recorded in Shamshabad, Telangana. An overwhelming count of prospective applicants could potentially surpass previous records from several years.
With five days remaining till the final submission date, 3,000 applications have been submitted for merely 100 available licenses.
Today Was The last date to apply for a liquor license in Telangana
The existing licenses are valid until November 30, 2023. However, due to the state assembly elections scheduled for the end of this year, the tender process began early in August.
It should be noted that the tender process started on August 4, 2023, and tenders were
A competitive atmosphere has surrounded the application process and has seen such an influx of applications that in less than a week already over 50,000 forms have been received by the Excise Department.
This elevated number of applications considerably surpasses last year’s count, and it’s projected that it could set a new record.
High Demand for Liquor Licenses in Shamshabad with over 3,000 Applications for 100 Shops
Shamshabad has seen the highest demand for shops from the area’s liquor circles, recording over 3,000 applicants for a mere 100 shops.
It is noteworthy that the distribution of alcohol outlets is divided among the 33 districts, with Shamshabad having its own separate classification, distinct from Hyderabad or Rangareddy.
The Excise Department’s obligations in Shamshabad also cover the upscale region of Kokapet.
As per the officials, there has been an exponential surge in the number of applicants in Shamshabad, with a 100% increase within just 24 hours.
The total figures jumped from 1,500 to 3,000. As per the latest figures updated till last Saturday night, the total applications received tally up to 28,500.