The Odisha Excise Act, 2008, is the primary legislation governing the production, distribution, sale, and consumption of alcoholic beverages and other intoxicants within the state of Odisha. It establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework to control the liquor trade, ensure the collection of excise revenue, and prevent illicit activities such as the manufacture of spurious or adulterated liquor. The Act empowers the state government and excise officials to issue licenses, conduct inspections, and impose strict penalties for violations. For the ordinary citizen, it defines legal limits for possession, regulates the sale of alcohol, and provides mechanisms to curb the sale of harmful substances, thereby prioritizing public health and safety.
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Chronological legislative evolution of The Odisha Excise Act across statutory gazettes and amending Acts.