The federal government has revealed new details about the sale of alcohol in Islamabad. According to official information, five hotels in the capital have permission to sell alcohol legally. These hotels operate under special licenses known as L-2 licenses.
The Ministry of Interior shared this information in the National Assembly after questions about alcohol sales in Islamabad. The license fee to sell alcohol is Rs. 500,000. The yearly renewal fee for this license is Rs. 150,000.
Alcohol sales in Islamabad follow strict rules. The government only allows alcohol to be sold to non-Muslim residents and foreign nationals. This is because alcohol consumption is limited by law for the Muslim population in Pakistan.
These rules help keep alcohol sales controlled and legal in specific places like hotels. The government closely monitors these licensed hotels to ensure they follow the law. This approach helps balance cultural and religious sensitivities with the needs of visitors and residents.
The L-2 license system is part of Pakistan’s larger legal framework for alcohol. It ensures that alcohol is not sold freely but only under government supervision. This controlled sale helps prevent misuse and keeps the capital’s hospitality industry transparent.
Officials stressed that the sale and use of alcohol in Islamabad remain restricted to authorized places. The rules are designed to protect the public while allowing a legal way to serve alcohol to permitted groups.
In summary, only five hotels in Islamabad legally sell alcohol under strict licensing and government rules. The fees for these licenses are high to ensure compliance. The sale of alcohol is carefully regulated to respect Pakistan’s laws and cultural values.
This official disclosure clarifies the current status of alcohol sales in Islamabad and confirms the government’s ongoing control over the process.
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