Wine Merchants Demand Action as Karnataka Excise Minister Faces Corruption Allegations

The Karnataka Wine Merchants’ Association has accused state Excise Minister RB Thimmapur and his department of widespread corruption, including bribery for officer transfers and the illegal issuance of liquor licenses. A letter sent to top officials claims that Rs 16 crore was collected for transfers and that up to 1,000 illegal licenses were granted, generating hundreds of crores in corruption.

By Avi G

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