Licensees in Delhi to maintain status quo on premises of consumption of liquor

The Department of Excise, Entertainment and Luxury Tax of NCT Delhi has that in continuation of order dated 28.11.2020 that directed that status quo in respect of prohibited/permitted activities may be maintained in NCT of Delhi till 31.12.2020 or further orders whichever is earlier, on 01/12/2020 has ordered to maintain status quo in respect of the activities related to bars in Hotels/Clubs/Restaurants for ‘on’ premises consumption of liquor under the licensee category.

It is further provided that owner of the establishment/licensee of Hotels/clubs/restaurants concerned shall ensure the compliance of SOPs failing which he/she shall be proceeded against as per the provisions of the section 51 to 60 of Disaster Management Act 2005.

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