Chandgarh: The cabinet today approved the
introduction of the draft Punjab excise Act, 1914 (Amendment)
Bill, 2017 allowing the sale of liquor through licensed vends
within the limits of Municipal areas and checking smuggling of
distilled spirits.
The bill with amendment to sections 26-A, 72, 78 and 81
of the Punjab excise Act will be introduced for legislation
in the winter session of the Vidhan Sabha commencing from
November 27, an official release said.
The decision was taken at a meeting of the cabinet
chaired by Chief Minister Amarinder Singh here.
An amendment to Section 26-A has been approved in view
of the July 11, 2017 judgment of the Supreme Court, the
release said.