Telangana Govt Urged to Clear Rs 3,900 Crore Dues to Alcobev Industry

• The alcoholic beverage industry has urged the Telangana government to pay long-pending dues of Rs 3,900 crore.
• Industry associations, including BAI, ISWAI, and CIABC, warned that payment delays risk disrupting supplies and impacting investor confidence.
• A significant portion of Rs 900 crore has been pending for over a year, owed by Telangana State Beverages Corporation Limited (TGBCL).
• The sector contributes over a third of Telangana's tax revenues and supports 70,000 direct and indirect jobs.
• Associations highlighted a 50% decline in industrial investments (TG-iPASS approvals) and urged timely payments to maintain state credibility ahead of Davos 2026.

Why It Matters: Telangana government faces pressure to clear Rs 3,900 crore dues to the alcobev industry to protect economy and investor trust.