DK Shivakumar Pushes Liberal Excise Laws, Cites Unofficial Liquor Delivery

• Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar advocates for liberal excise laws, claiming liquor is unofficially home-delivered via quick commerce platforms.
• Shivakumar suggested legalizing unauthorized bars in coastal regions and regularizing limits on liquor possession at home.
• During the assembly debate, BJP leader S Suresh Kumar sarcastically suggested allowing liquor delivery via Swiggy/Zomato to boost state income.
• Former minister S Suresh Kumar alleged that gig workers are delivering narcotics through quick commerce platforms, prompting the Home Minister to request information for action.

Why It Matters: Proposed liquor law changes in Karnataka could impact home delivery and existing rules.