Queues and chaos at many Tasmac outlets amid ₹10 price hike, shop closure rumours
The Tamil Nadu state-run liquor retailer Tasmac saw long lines and disorder at several outlets after it announced a price increase of 10 rupees per unit and rumors that some shops would close. Customers gathered, causing congestion, while officials said the hike is part of a regular revision and denied closure plans. Police were deployed to manage the crowds at affected stores.