Editorial Policy

Editorial Policy — Aabkari Times

Aabkari Times is India’s only dedicated monthly publication covering the excise, liquor, AlcoBev, ethanol, sugar, and allied industries. Established on 15 August 2009 and published from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, we are committed to accurate, fair, and independent journalism.

Our Editorial Standards

All content published on Aabkari Times adheres to the following standards:

Accuracy: We verify all facts before publication. Information is sourced from official government notifications, industry associations, company press releases, and direct interviews with industry stakeholders.
Independence: Our editorial team operates independently from our advertising and commercial teams. Advertisers have no influence over editorial content.
Transparency: We clearly distinguish between news reporting, analysis, and opinion pieces. Sponsored content is clearly marked as such.
Fairness: We give all parties an opportunity to respond before publishing allegations or critical reporting.

Editorial Team

Prem Shankar Mishra — Founder and Managing Editor
Rajesh Kumar Chaubey — Chief Editor
Dr. Jogendra Singh — Consulting Editor (Ex-Joint Director, UP Excise Department)
Gopal Joshi — Consulting Editor

Coverage Areas

Aabkari Times covers state excise policy, AlcoBev industry news, liquor industry updates, beer and brewery sector, whisky and premium spirits, wine and spirits, ethanol and biofuel, sugar industry, retail and distribution, government regulation, and corporate developments in the Indian alcohol and excise sector.

Corrections Policy

If we publish incorrect information, we correct it promptly and transparently. Corrections are noted clearly in the original article with the date of correction. To report an error, please contact us at [email protected].

Complaint Policy

If you have a complaint about our content, please write to us at [email protected] or call us at +91 73797 00003. We will respond within 5 working days.

Advertising Policy

Aabkari Times accepts advertising from companies in the AlcoBev, excise, hospitality, and allied industries. All advertising content is clearly identified. Advertisers cannot influence or direct editorial content.