AAP Govt’s Liquor Policy In Question: CAG Report Reveals Revenue Loss, Monopoly Control & More

The political storm over the controversial Delhi liquor policy has escalated as the newly-formed BJP government tabled the CAG report in the assembly. The report reveals alleged irregularities, monopolization, and financial losses during the Kejriwal-led AAP government’s excise policy implementation.

Key Findings from the CAG Report:
-Control of liquor licenses was allegedly concentrated in a few hands, risking monopoly and cartel formation.
-Policy decisions were made without competent authority approvals and required permissions were bypassed.
-Government corporations were sidelined, and licenses were granted to private entities.
-The policy resulted in a massive ₹2,000 crore revenue loss to the exchequer.
-The Sisodia-led panel allegedly altered expert findings to tweak the liquor policy in favor of select entities.

Financial Loss Breakdown:
₹941 crore loss due to zonal license exemptions
₹890 crore loss due to non-tendering of retail licenses

The BJP has intensified attacks on Arvind Kejriwal and AAP, citing this report as proof of financial misconduct. However, AAP leaders, including Gopal Rai, maintain that no concrete proof of corruption has been established. Adding to the political heat, the assembly will witness 14 more CAG reports, including one on the controversial renovation of Kejriwal’s official residence (Sheeshmahal case). As the war of words escalates, Delhi’s political landscape remains charged with allegations, counter-claims, and demands for accountability.