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The state's Legal Metrology department traced a quantitative deficiency in one-litre bottles of Jawan in December 2023, following an inspection conducted in Thiruvalla.
While the Tax Department says that the turnover tax arrears amount to Rs 200 crore, bar owners claim that the figure is only Rs 70 crore.
The BEVCO has also informed that on account of half-year stock checks and clearance, the outlets will shut early on September 30 (Friday) - at 7 pm.
Ten accused have been arrested so far in connection with the job fraud case.
The higher officials have given oral directions to BEVCO and Consumerfed retail outlets to stock up on relatively higher-priced IMFL bottles.
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