Applications for liquor shop licences in the erstwhile Khammam district fell sharply for the 2025-27 period, with only 4,430 applications for 116 shops compared to 7,207 in the previous round
Wine shop license applications in Adilabad and surrounding districts fell sharply for the 2025–27 period despite the government extending the deadline. Revenue, however, rose 15%, with factors including higher fees, festivals, and alleged syndicates affecting participation.
