Kerala CM VD Satheesan Takes U-Turn On Low-Alcohol Beverage Tax Cut After Criticism | News18

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Kerala CM VD Satheesan has taken a U-turn on the proposal to reduce tax rates on beverages with low alcohol content following sharp criticism from the opposition and voices within the Congress. The move had triggered a political row, with critics questioning whether the policy would encourage alcohol consumption and impact public health.The reversal has now brought the focus back on Kerala’s liquor policy, tax revenue, public health concerns, political accountability and internal differences within the Congress over sensitive policy decisions. -newsNews18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube

Last Updated: June 24, 2026, 18:04 IST