Liqour Sales Witness Rise In Kashmir

Srinagar: Liquor consumption is witnessing a notable rise in Kashmir, marking a shift in the Valley's social landscape where alcohol use was once largely confined to non-locals and tourists.

- Agencies

Bar employees say beer has become the most popular choice among visitors, though some customers also opt for hard liquor.

"Most of the visitors ask for beer. A section of people go for whiskey or rum, but beer clearly tops the list," said an employee at a Srinagar-based bar, adding that the trend has steadily grown over the past few years.