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Indian regulators block Pernod Ricard bid to regain Delhi liquor license after collusion allegations
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Published on 13 May 2026
Court fight hinges on claims of retailer collusion
Indian regulators are opposing Pernod Ricard’s latest appeal to recover its Delhi liquor license, after authorities previously rejected the firm over alleged collusion with retailers to boost market share. Pernod denies any wrongdoing, saying the ban has hurt its business for three years. Delhi’s government argues the decision must protect public interest and limit regulatory risk.
- Pernod Ricard is seeking to regain its Delhi liquor license in court
- Regulators previously cited serious collusion allegations with retailers
- The company denies wrongdoing and says business losses span three years
- Delhi government says public interest and regulatory risk require maintaining the ban
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