Last updated:
Commuters should note that transportation of liquor bottles outside Delhi is limited to single sealed bottles. (Press Trust photo)
The rule, which applies to tourist destinations such as Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad, asks travelers to exercise caution while transporting alcohol through the Delhi Metro.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has imposed strict rules on transportation of liquor bottles within its network, affecting commuters traveling through the National Capital Region of Delhi. Effective immediately, passengers are required to adhere to the revised guidelines that stipulate carrying only two sealed liquor bottles, in compliance with their respective state excise tax regulations. The rule, which applies to tourist destinations such as Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad, asks travelers to exercise caution while transporting alcohol through the Delhi Metro.
Earlier, DMRC allowed passengers to carry two bottles of liquor within the NCR service area. However, the company has now aligned its policy with existing state excise laws in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana. Commuters are therefore advised to remain vigilant while traveling within the Delhi Metro jurisdiction to avoid potential legal ramifications arising from the relevant excise tax policy.
Additionally, commuters should note that transportation of liquor bottles outside Delhi is limited to single sealed bottles. Failure to comply with this provision, including possession of unsealed bottles, may result in legal action under Delhi’s excise laws.
In response to the previous policy, the DMRC had initially allowed each passenger to carry up to two bottles of liquor or beer in the metro in June last year. However, objections from the Delhi government citing violation of the city's excise policy prompted a rethink of the subsidies.
It was stressed that while the DMRC has allowed transportation of two bottles to the Delhi border, these bottles must adhere to a specific capacity of 250 ml, 500 ml or 750 ml. This regulation applies to various bottle sizes such as full bottle (750 ml), quarter bottle (180 ml), half bottle (375 ml) or other local terms such as pavement and kamba.
For further updates and clarifications regarding these regulations, commuters are encouraged to refer to the official announcement from DMRC and adhere to the revised guidelines to avoid any inconvenience during travel.
