In a bid to ensure social distancing and stop overcrowding at wine shops, the Delhi government on Thursday launched an e-token service to buy liquor. The decision was taken to ensure people do not queue up at liquor stores and instead can apply for an e-token with a time slot at any nearby shop to buy alcohol.

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Those above 21 years of age can apply for an e-token through the following link https://www.qtoken.in/, however, the link was unavailable at the time of writing. The user’s, name and phone number will be required and the e-coupon will be sent at the registered mobile number at the time of applying for the token. The user will be allowed to buy liquor from a nearby shop using the e-token. This will reduce overcrowding at wine shops.

Following relaxations in the lockdown guidelines, the Delhi government issued permission to open 200 liquor shops across the national capital on May 4. However, due to overcrowding and long queues in some areas, only 50 shops could be kept open. To curb violations of social distancing norms, crowding and law and order issues during the sale of liquor in the city, the Delhi government decided to introduce the e-token system, a press release said.

First Published:May 7, 2020 9:38 PM IST