Finance

Goa Deposit Refund Scheme Raises Industry and Consumer Concerns Over Higher Costs, Waste Responsibility and Regulatory Burden


Industry stakeholders have raised concerns over the Goa Government’s proposed Deposit Refund Scheme (DRS), scheduled to roll out from April 1, 2026, warning that it could increase packaged food costs, duplicate waste management responsibilities for citizens, and create regulatory overload across the FMCG supply chain