Wine merchants in Karnataka plan to close all liquor shops statewide on Nov. 20 to protest corruption.

Wine merchants in Karnataka plan to close all liquor shops statewide on November 20 to protest alleged corruption in the state's excise department. The Federation of Wine Merchants Association has several demands, including a meeting with the chief minister and changes to the excise department's control. The Karnataka State Tourism Hotel Owners' Association, however, will not join the protest, stating they have not faced harassment.

November 14, 2024
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