Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Hyderabad: Micro-Brewery Plan Receives Lukewarm Response
The Telangana government wanted to open more microbreweries, which are like small places that make and sell their own beer.
They asked people to apply to open these breweries, but not many people were interested.
Only 49 people applied by the deadline, which was less than they hoped for.
To apply, people had to pay a fee and have a large space.
The government might change the rules to encourage more people to apply.
Telangana excise department received few applications for microbreweries.
Only 49 applications were filed before the deadline.
Applicants needed to pay a non-refundable fee of Rs 1 lakh.
Stringent guidelines for space and facilities were mandated.
The department is considering revisions and extensions.
- Who
- Telangana prohibition and excise department
- What
- Received a lukewarm response to its notification for micro-breweries.
- When
- Applications were received until September 25.
- Where
- Hyderabad and select municipalities in Telangana
- Why
- To promote microbreweries and draught beer outlets.
- Initiative
- Promote microbreweries and draught beer outlets.
- Applications Received
- 49
- Application Fee
- Rs 1 lakh (non-refundable)
- Mandatory Minimum Area
- 1,000 square metres
- Targeted Areas
- GHMC limits and select municipalities.
- Application Deadline
- September 25 (expired)