The excise department has registered revenue of around Rs 1,038 crore in the current June quarter, a 17 per cent increase compared to the same period last year, officials said on Thursday.

According to officials, this is mainly due to the greater availability of different liquor brands in shops this year.

“This year in the ongoing quarter, the excise revenue registered a hike of around 17 per cent to around Rs 1,038 crore, in comparison to Rs 885 crore in the same period last year,” an official said.

According to officials, the total excise revenue target has been set at Rs 7,200 crore for 2026-27 against total revenue collection of around Rs 7,148 crore in 2025-26

Officials expect the increase in registered brands to translate into greater choice for consumers and help the capital regain market share lost in recent years.