TASMAC probe revives Tamil Nadu liquor retail privatisation debate
A DVAC probe into alleged tender, procurement and retail overcharging irregularities at TASMAC has renewed discussion of privatising liquor sales. The state-run retailer operates 5,380 shops and 3,240 bars; no policy decision has been announced.
A DVAC probe into alleged TASMAC tender, procurement and retail overcharging irregularities has revived discussion of privatising Tamil Nadu liquor retail. TASMAC operates 5,380 shops and 3,240 bars; authorities allege a Rs 1,000 crore illicit-funds framework.
Why this matters
Renewed scrutiny follows the Madras High Court's denial of Senthil Balaji's anticipatory bail in the TASMAC case and TASMAC's tighter overpricing penalties, alongside a 25% staff-pay revision during a retail network overhaul.
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