State liquor corporation makes digital transactions compulsory for large retail purchases

The Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation has issued a directive making digital payments mandatory for any retail liquor purchases that cross the Rs 1,000 threshold. The new payment rule is scheduled to come into formal implementation starting from November 1.

Under this updated policy, cash transactions will no longer be accepted for bills totaling more than the specified amount at participating retail outlets. This administrative change aims to bring greater transparency and formalize payment methods across the state-run retail network.

Consumers and frequent buyers must ensure they have active digital payment modes ready when purchasing items above Rs 1,000 at outlets. Retail staff will be required to enforce the electronic payment mandate beginning on the effective date.