List of Dry Days in India in May 2024: Dry days in India refer to the days when the sale of alcohol is prohibited. According to the alcohol laws in India, dry days are observed, keeping sentiments around the religious and national festivals in mind. In addition to these observances, dry days are also observed during the elections, as in the case of the ongoing 2024 Indian general elections. Alcohol sale is prohibited in liquor shops, restaurants and bars nationwide. Dry days can also be state-specific. So, if you are someone who does not wish for these dry days to hamper your drinking plans, you have to ensure stock up in advance. Here's a list of dry days in May 2024 in India to avoid situations like being unable to purchase alcohol on your birthday or having last-minute house parties. Planning and stocking up accordingly can help you avoid such situations. The Excise Department of Delhi has recently released a list of dry days for the upcoming days. May 2024 Festivals, Events and Holidays Calendar: Full List of Important Dates and Days in This Month.

The Delhi Excise Department has announced the upcoming dry days in the city. On these days, alcohol sales will be prohibited in observance of significant days. According to the list, liquor shops in Delhi will remain closed on Buddha Purnima, which falls on May 23, and Eid al-Adha, which falls on June 17. Let's briefly look at a list of Dry Days in India in May 2024.

May 1: Maharashtra Day

Maharashtra Day, also known as Maharashtra Din, is an annual state holiday in the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is celebrated on May 1 every year and marks the formation of the state of Maharashtra. On this day, liquor sales will be prohibited throughout the state. Maharashtra Day: Everything To Know About Maharashtra Din, the Day When the State Was Formed.

May 13: Lok Sabha Elections in Andhra Pradesh

The 2024 Indian parliamentary election for Andhra Pradesh will be held on May 13, 2024, to elect 25 representatives to the 18th Lok Sabha. As per recent reports, all liquor, toddy, and arrack outlets, clubs, pubs, and restaurants serving alcohol in the Yanam district of Andhra Pradesh will remain closed from May 11 to 13 due to the upcoming elections on May 13.

May 23: Buddha Purnima

Buddha Jayanti, also known as Buddha Purnima, is a significant Buddhist festival celebrated across various parts of South, Southeast and East Asia. The festival marks the birth of Siddhartha Gautama, who later became the Gautama Buddha and founded Buddhism. On this day, the sale of alcohol is prohibited. As per a post shared on X's official page of ANI, it has been announced that there will be a dry day in Delhi on May 23, the day of Buddha Purnima.

May 23 to 25: Lok Sabha Elections  in Delhi

According to recent reports, the Delhi government had announced dry days for the months of April to June due to the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Voting in Delhi's Lok Sabha seats from May 23 to May 25 will result in closed liquor stores during this period.

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