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Whistleblower flags Chivas perfume's Diljit tour tie-up as possible surrogate alcohol advertising
A whistleblower complaint questions whether Pernod Ricard India's Chivas Luxe Collective perfume sponsorship of Diljit Dosanjh's seven-city tour, starting 30 October, amounts to surrogate alcohol advertising. The company says the brand extension is legitimate and compliant. It is also preparing for a potential IPO.
- 29 MayDelhi High Court L-1 challenge dismissed
- 8 OctoberDelhi excise circular issued
- 30 OctoberDiljit Dosanjh seven-city tour starts
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Reported figures
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| Cities covered by the tour: | seven |
|---|---|
| Chivas Luxe Collective sales from gifting: | around 80% |
| Maximum fine under Delhi Excise Act Section 41: | ₹10 lakh |
| Maximum imprisonment under Section 41: | six months |
| Delhi excise circular date: | 8 October |
| Delhi High Court L-1 challenge dismissed: | 29 May |
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