Archive · 29 Jul 2026

Tamil Nadu Considers Privatizing TASMAC Liquor Shops

Tamil Nadu Considers Privatizing TASMAC Liquor Shops

The Tamil Nadu government is thinking about selling some of its liquor shops to private companies.

This is a big change because the government has controlled liquor sales since 2003.

The government wants to make sure the shops are run better and follow the rules.

Some people are worried that selling these shops might cause problems, especially in places where liquor shops could be dangerous.

For example, people in Ramanathapuram district protested because they don't want a new liquor bar near a tourist area.

The government is listening to these concerns and will decide what to do.

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