Tamil Nadu Government Issues Strict Compliance Directives for FL2 and FL3 Licensed Clubs
The Tamil Nadu government has mandated that all FL2 licensed clubs issue membership identity cards and serve liquor only to registered members and their eligible guests. The directive, issued by the Commissioner of Prohibition and Excise, enforces existing rules under the Tamil Nadu Liquor (Licence and Permit) Rules, 1981, including age verification requirements and adherence to prescribed working hours. The measure aims to regulate club operations and ensure compliance with liquor licensing conditions across the state.
The Tamil Nadu government has issued formal directions requiring all FL2 and FL3 licensed clubs to implement stricter controls on liquor service. Clubs must now issue membership identity cards to registered members and serve alcohol only to cardholders and their eligible guests, in accordance with existing licence conditions. The directive also mandates strict adherence to prescribed working hours, ensures that bars remain only one of multiple permitted club activities, and requires clubs to regularly conduct recreational, cultural, sports, and social activities as per their establishment purpose. Age verification requirements have been reinforced, with liquor prohibited for anyone under 21 years and valid documentary proof required when age is doubtful. The Commissioner of Prohibition and Excise has warned that violations of the Tamil Nadu Prohibition Act, 1937, applicable rules, or licence conditions will result in appropriate action.
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FL2 clubs must serve liquor only to ID card-holding members and guests, says T.N. govt.
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