Gandaki Province Government Prepares Regulations for Domestic Liquor Production and Sale
Summary
The Gandaki Province government has prepared regulations to legalize and regulate domestic liquor production and sale, with restrictions on age, location, packaging, and operating hours. The rules will take effect after publication in the Gazette, though implementation may face challenges without federal excise-duty arrangements.
Key Points
- The Gandaki Province government has approved regulations to implement the Domestic Liquor Act and open the production and sale of domestic liquor.
- Sales will be restricted near schools, hospitals, religious sites, and residential areas, and limited to people over 18 between 10 AM and 10 PM.
- The regulations require proper packaging, labeling, licensing, record-keeping, and quality certification for raw materials and yeast.
- Implementation may be difficult until the federal government makes excise-duty arrangements, since excise stamps are required on each bottle.
