Bira 91's brewery output plummeted after exiting Andhra Pradesh due to non-payment of excise dues, relying on third-party production facilities for manufacturing.
Andhra facility, which contributed 25-30% of production, was fully vacated, with only Mysuru operational now generating 20,000 cases/month.
Total production capacity dropped from 22 lakh cases/month across four facilities to significantly lower levels due to operational and financial challenges.
Bira91 refutes claims of promoter involvement, highlights a new supply chain model, and plans to re-enter Uttar Pradesh market with over Rs 200 crore investment in a new brewery.