
Liquor bottles in Kerala to carry ₹20 refundable charge from September. Here’s why
In a landmark move aimed at promoting environmental sustainability and reducing glass waste, the Kerala government has announced that all liquor bottles sold across the state will carry a ₹20 refundable deposit starting September 1, 2025. This new policy is a part of a broader strategy by the state’s Excise Department and Beverage Corporation (BEVCO)…