Amaravati, December 23, 2025: Telangana tops South India in average annual liquor consumption per person at 4.44 litres. Karnataka follows at 4.25 litres, Tamil Nadu at 3.38 litres, Kerala at 2.53 litres, and Andhra Pradesh at 2.71 litres. Annual spending per person reaches Rs 11,351 in Telangana, compared to Rs 6,399 in Andhra Pradesh.
Reports from public finance institutes and excise departments highlight these trends. Higher consumption boosts state revenues but raises health concerns over long-term effects.
