by Chaminda Silva
The Sri Lanka Liquor Licensee’s Association (SLLLA) has accused a beer manufacturing company of conspiring with ministry officials and former excise officers to disrupt efforts to introduce a bottle of liquor priced under 2,000 rupees.
In a letter to President Anura Kumar Disanayake, the SLLLA raised concerns about this alleged interference.
President of the SLLLA, Ajith Udugama, highlighted that the new Excise Commissioner General is working to address corruption and inefficiency, in line with the President’s vision.
Udugama called for more time for the Commissioner to complete these efforts. He also expressed disappointment over the lack of action from the Drug Information Center and the National Sangha Conference regarding the introduction of laws for alcohol licenses and cannabis cultivation.
Additionally, the Association pointed out that the use of rice and sugar in beer production is illegal under the Excise Ordinance, revealing that a certain beer company is using these ingredients extensively.
Udugama has urged the President to investigate the quality standards of beer available in the market.
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