In Telangana, India, rising input costs and supply constraints are set to drive up liquor prices, particularly for beer and whisky, with proposed increases of 12% to 15% expected in May. This price hike is influenced by global supply disruptions, especially in the production of glass bottles, where costs have surged by 20% due to a 40% drop in output at major manufacturing units. The ongoing geopolitical conflict in West Asia has further complicated supply chains, affecting the availability of natural gas critical for glass production. As a result, distillery operators are facing unsustainable pricing structures and have approached the excise department for permission to raise prices. The government is considering a tiered pricing model that would implement differentiated increases based on factors such as bottle size and brand category. With summer demand for beer typically increasing by 30%, the liquor sector, contributing around ₹40,000 crore annually to the state's revenue, is under pressure. Prolonged supply disruptions could also lead to a rise in black-market activity, impacting consumers who rely on affordable options during peak seasons.