From local revenue booster to national inspiration, Uttar Pradesh’s excise policy is making waves. With consistent record highs in collections, it’s no surprise that senior officials from seven states—including heavyweights like Maharashtra and Karnataka—have toured UP to unpack its secrets.
Commissioner Adarsh Singh shared that these visits focused on dissecting UP’s winning formula: robust policy design, cutting-edge e-governance, streamlined licensing, and vigilant oversight. The policy equally prioritizes cracking down on bootlegging while safeguarding buyers.
On-ground tours of production units and sales points revealed the tech backbone—digital tracking, automated allotments via e-lottery, and precise stock tracking via barcodes. Officials lauded how these eliminate leakages and irregularities, directly padding state coffers.
Karnataka and Odisha reps called it ‘practical and results-oriented,’ hinting at impending reforms back home. UP’s ascent to the top excise revenue ranks signals a shift: effective governance through innovation is the future. This policy isn’t just working; it’s inspiring a nationwide rethink.