Ministry of State Excise (Maharashtra)

The Ministry of State Excise (Maharashtra) is a government department within the state of Maharashtra, India, responsible for the administration and regulation of excise duty on alcoholic beverages and other specified goods. Its primary functions include:

• Policy Formulation: Developing and implementing policies related to the production, distribution, sale, and consumption of alcoholic beverages within the state. This includes setting excise duty rates and regulations.
• Licensing and Permits: Issuing licenses and permits for the manufacture, import, export, wholesale, and retail sale of alcoholic beverages. This involves rigorous scrutiny of applications and ensuring compliance with existing regulations.
• Revenue Collection: Collecting excise duties levied on alcoholic beverages, a significant source of revenue for the state government. This involves monitoring sales, ensuring accurate reporting, and pursuing defaulters.
• Enforcement and Monitoring: Enforcing excise laws and regulations through inspections, raids, and investigations to prevent illegal activities such as smuggling, bootlegging, and underage drinking. This also includes monitoring the quality and standards of alcoholic beverages sold within the state.
• Regulation of Manufacturing: Oversight of the manufacturing process of alcoholic beverages to ensure compliance with quality standards, and adherence to health and safety regulations. This often includes inspections of distilleries and breweries.

The Ministry works in close coordination with other government departments, including the police and revenue departments, to effectively implement its mandate. The specific structure and personnel of the Ministry may change over time depending on government reshuffles and administrative reforms. Further information regarding specific policy details, organizational structure, and contact information is best obtained through official government channels in Maharashtra.