Gazette Reference: Press Release (प्रसिध्दीपत्रक) — Maharashtra State Excise Department Type: Public Clarification / Press Release (Non-Amendment) Authority: Maharashtra Prohibition Act (Bombay Prohibition Act), 1949 — Section 11
Amended Rule/Section: No amendment — this is a clarificatory press release issued in response to viral WhatsApp posts circulating misinformation about Maharashtra State Excise Department rules.
Type of Change: Public Clarification / Informational Press Notice
What This Notice Clarifies:
1. Liquor Possession Permit (FL-XC)
2. One-Day Special Event Licence (FL-40)
3. Private Consumption Clarification
Key Details:
Effective Date: From date of publication (ongoing clarification) Authority: Maharashtra Prohibition Act, 1949 — Section 11 Practical Effect: No change in law or rules — this notice serves solely to correct public misinformation and inform citizens of existing provisions regarding personal liquor permits (FL-XC) and temporary event licences (FL-40).