The Delhi government's scrapped 2021-22 excise policy led to losses exceeding Rs 2,000 crore due to weak policy and poor implementation, according to a CAG report. Violations in licensing and ignored expert recommendations were cited. The policy's irregularities resulted in a revenue loss and have sparked major political controversy, highlighting mismanagement and alleged corruption.
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