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The UDF government proposed a new sales tax structure for low-alcohol beverages (0.5% to 20% alcohol by volume, excluding beer and wine) and excluded liquor-related tax arrears from a new waiver scheme in its 2026-27 budget.

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Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

Who
UDF government, Chief Minister and Finance Minister V D Satheesan
What
The UDF government proposed a new sales tax structure for low-alcohol beverages (0.5% to 20% alcohol by volume, excluding beer and wine) and excluded liquor-related tax arrears from a new waiver scheme in its 2026-27 budget.
When
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:11 GMT · 3h 11m ago
Where
Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram ·
Why
The government is formalising the taxation framework for low-strength alcoholic beverages following amendments to foreign liquor regulations and aims to settle pending pre-GST tax disputes with the waiver scheme.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

New sales tax rates of 120% and 175% will apply to specific low-alcohol beverages in Kerala, affecting producers and consumers. Liquor-related tax arrears will remain payable, impacting state revenue and businesses with outstanding dues.

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