Gazette Reference: Dated 04/03/2025 — Office of the Commissioner of State Excise, Maharashtra, Mumbai Type: Industry Consultation Notice (Non-Legislative / Pre-Procurement Advisory) Authority: Commissioner of State Excise, Maharashtra
Amended Rule/Section: N/A — This is not a legislative amendment or fee revision. Type of Change: Industry Consultation / Request for Information (RFI) / Demo Invitation
What Changed: This is not an amendment to any rule or section of the Bombay Prohibition Act, 1949. The Maharashtra State Excise Department (MSED) has issued an Industry Consultation Notice inviting technology vendors to demonstrate Digital Lock (DigiLock) / E-Lock solutions (hardware + software application) for vehicles (tankers/trucks) transporting sprits, molasses, and liquor. The purpose is to survey available technology players and understand system features before a formal procurement process. This signals a forthcoming policy/operational initiative to strengthen transit security and tracking of excisable goods in Maharashtra.
Key Details:
Effective Date: Notice issued 04/03/2025; submission deadline 06/03/2025
Authority: Commissioner of State Excise, Maharashtra State, Mumbai
⚠️ Note: This gazette notification does not amend any provision of the Bombay Prohibition Act, 1949 or its subordinate rules. It is a pre-procurement industry consultation and carries no immediate regulatory or licensing change. However, it indicates a likely future mandatory DigiLock/E-Lock requirement for vehicles transporting excisable goods in Maharashtra, which may eventually be enforced through a formal rule/notification.