The BJP on Wednesday urged the Delhi government to delay for the time being the implementation of its new excise policy in the interest of the society.
Leader of Opposition Ramveer Singh Bidhuri said that Chief Minister Arvind KumarEjriwal should not insist on implementation of the policy, review it in consultation with all stakeholders, especially citizens, before deciding to implement or not.
Till now only about 500 liquor shops were running in Delhi and now their number has increased.en has been increased to 850. These liquor shops are being opened against the rules, due to which there is huge protest everywhere,” Mr. Bidhuri said.
“Even the master plan and building bye-laws of municipal corporations are being completely violated. Liquor shops are being opened around religious places, schools and hospitals, due to which there is a lot of anger among the people.
The leader said that the resolution passed by the Delhi Cabinet for opening of liquor shops in non-conforming areas should be withdrawn immediately.
He also suggested that the government put on hold the implementation of the new policy and convene an all-party meeting to discuss the matter, besides taking into account the advice from other sections of the society.
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