Goa's alcohol deposit refund scheme draws 1,000+ hotels, restaurants ahead of Sept 2026 launch

Over 1,000 hospitality and alcohol firms have signed up for Goa's Deposit Refund Scheme on alcohol packaging, launching Sept 1, 2026. Brand registration is mandatory by July 31 to retain market access, with 100 reverse vending machines planned. The scheme reshapes compliance for F&B and beverage retail operators statewide.

— Filed Mon, 6 Jul, 2026, 14:40 IST · Source ET Hospitality · Updated

Goa's deposit refund scheme on alcohol packaging has signed over 1,000 hotels, restaurants, and alcohol firms ahead of Sept 1, 2026 launch. Mandatory brand registration by July 31 conditions market access, affecting hospitality and beverage retail operators.