Amended Rule/Section: Maharashtra Prohibition Act, 1949 (Bombay Prohibition Act) — General enforcement directive; reference to Bombay Prohibition (Amendment) Act, 2005 (Act No. 02 of 2005)
Type of Change: Administrative Circular / Enforcement Directive (Non-Rule Amendment)
What Changed:
This circular reiterates and reinforces existing government instructions (GR No. SRM-2004/608/Pol-11, dated 05-07-2004 and 23-02-2005) regarding the suppression of illegal liquor production, transportation, and sale across Maharashtra. The notification observes that despite prior circulars, compliance with these instructions has been inadequate. The government now directs all authorities to: