Document Type: Government Resolution (GR) — Policy Decision & Project Approval
Reference Number: GR No. BPA 0912/Pr.Kra.167(Bhag-3)/RAUSHU-2
Issued By: Government of Maharashtra, Home Department (गृह विभाग), Ministry, Mumbai 400 032
Date of Issue: 27 May 2016
Effective Date: From date of publication (27.05.2016)
Portal ID: 1327
Digital Signature Code: 201605271236082829
This Government Resolution grants approval to implement a hologram and track-and-trace system for all alcoholic beverage bottles manufactured, imported, and sold in Maharashtra. The initiative aims to curb illegal/counterfeit liquor sales, prevent revenue losses to the Government, and authenticate liquor authenticity for consumers. The project will use polyester-based holograms with Track & Trace technology across all types of alcohol. Implementation will occur in two phases: 6-month pilot phase followed by 12-month full rollout (total 18 months), with a 5-year project duration. A single tender process will procure the technology and services. All costs (holograms, equipment, software, hardware, monitoring, and personnel) will be borne by the tender-successful vendor/bidder.
Committee Structure (दोन स्तरीय सनिती — Two-Tier Committee):
Principal Secretary-Level Committee (नीति निर्णय)
Commissioner-Level Committee (दैनिक कार्यान्वयन)