Kerala UDF government to review 488 bar licences issued under LDF rule

The Kerala government under the United Democratic Front (UDF) alliance has initiated a scrutiny of 488 bar licences that were issued during the tenure of the previous Left Democratic Front (LDF) government. Excise Minister Liju confirmed the review process, stating that the examination would assess whether the licences were granted in accordance with established norms and regulations.

The decision reflects the new administration's commitment to examining governance decisions made by its predecessor. Officials indicated that the review would focus on verifying documentation, adherence to statutory requirements, and whether proper procedures were followed during the licence allocation process.

This move comes as part of broader efforts by the UDF government to audit various administrative decisions taken under the previous LDF rule. Such reviews are routine in Indian states when administrations change, aimed at ensuring transparency and compliance with regulatory frameworks.

The Excise Department has not yet specified a timeline for the completion of the review process. Once the examination is concluded, the government is expected to take appropriate action on any licences found to have violated established protocols or regulatory standards.