The Excise Department has made it mandatory for all events, including Christmas and New Year parties, to have a CL-5 license for serving liquor. This rule also applies to private gatherings like Mehendi ceremonies, where alcohol is served with meals. Dr. Balakrishna emphasized the department’s commitment to enforcing excise laws and warned that anyone violating this rule could face legal consequences.
He urged the public to help report any excise violations. Complaints can be made to the following contacts:
- Udupi District Excise Deputy Commissioner: 9449597104
- Udupi Sub-Division Excise Sub-Inspector: 9482520693
- Kundapura Sub-Division Excise Sub-Inspector: 9448921980
- Udupi Range-1 Excise Inspector: 944883554
- Udupi Range-2 Excise Inspector: 9731860034
- Karkala Range Excise Inspector: 8892839092
- Kundapura Range Excise Inspector: 9731674117
- District Excise Inspector: 9035773785
The meeting was attended by Udupi district excise deputy commissioner Bindushree P and other excise officials.
