Now, getting over one litre liquo rto Delhi from neighbouring areas like Gurgaon and Faridabad to save a few bucks may land you in jail with the Aam Aadmi Party government stepping up efforts to catch hold of defaulters.   

The move is aimed at boosting revenue by plugging losses as the Delhi government loses out on tax which enriches the coffers of its neighbour Haryana. The Delhi government's excise department has formed teams to ascertain the prevalence of the practice by observing the liquor shops operating in Rohtak, Sonepat, Gurgaon and Faridabad bordering the national capital. 

According to government, as per Section 33 of the existing Excise Act 2009, one cannot take more than one litre to Delhi from other states. In violation of this section, violators can face imprisonment of up to three years and a fine of up to 3 lakh.   

"The government has now decided to strictly implement this rule. There are thousands of people who live in Delhi, but got to Haryana's areas, especially Gurgaon and Faridabad, for work. Unaware of excise rules, most people can get over one litre liquor to Delhi from these areas which is illegal.

"The rule says that vehicle be it expensive indulged in transporting over one litre liquor will be confiscated and sold in auction. Such vehicles will not be returned to defaulters," a senior government official told PTI.