There was a time when youngsters would sneak in alcohol at their friend’s wedding, or at a family get-together, because being ‘drunk on the atmosphere’ wasn’t enough. But of late, liquor has become an integral part of social and celebratory occasions with the hosts taking special care to ensure that their guests are happy and in high spirits.
That is evident from the sharp increase in number of applications received for serving liquor at functions and ‘event permits’ issued in the past month. The numbers could climb higher since May and June are busy months when it comes to weddings.
For being able to serve alcohol at social or family gatherings, one has to seek permission from the Telangana Prohibition and Excise department.
