The Uttarakhand government has officially launched its first wine production unit in Kotdwar to promote wine tourism under its new excise policy. This initiative has already resulted in the production of 1,000 cases of wine from the new facility.

• The state is making significant efforts to attract both domestic and international tourists to enjoy its natural beauty and taste of wine prepared from fruits grown in the state.
• For this, the Uttarakhand government has launched its first wine production facility in Kotdwar and this unit has already produced 1,000 cases of wine.
• The scheme encourages the establishment of small and medium wine production units in various hilly areas, thereby increasing employment and business opportunities for local people.
• Additionally, the cultivation of hill fruits will be promoted, ensuring farmers receive fair prices for their produce. This marks a significant milestone in promoting wine tourism under the new excise policy.
• The facility has already produced 1,000 cases of wine, with plans to start wine production in Bageshwar and Champawat as well.
• The Excise Department is working on increasing wine production using local fruits.