With the festive season approaching, dry days are here! Dry days are those periods when the sale of alcohol is restricted across India due to religious or national holidays. For many, especially those looking to enjoy a casual drink with friends or family, dry days can come as a surprise, making it important to plan ahead. Whether planning for a celebration, hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet evening, it is essential to know when alcohol sales will be prohibited. Dry Days in India 2024 List With Festival & Event Dates: Get Full Calendar With Dates When Alcohol Will Not Be Available for Sale in Liquor Stores, Pubs & Bars Across the Country.

The month of October has a series of festivals lined up. Thus, the dry days on which liquor shops, bars and restaurants are prohibited from selling or serving alcohol will be observed on frequent days. However, if you’re planning house parties, you can always stock up in advance and enjoy the festive days by consuming alcohol in the privacy of your home. Here is a list of days when you’ll experience alcohol sales restricted to liquor shops, bars and restaurants.

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti (October 2)

This day marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, which is a national holiday and a dry day. Mahatma Gandhi, an advocate of non-violence and temperance, is commemorated with respect and reverence, and no alcohol is sold as a mark of honour.

Haryana Legislative Assembly Elections (October 3 to October 5)

For two straight days, alcohol sales will be restricted in Haryana and parts of NCR. The Legislative Assembly Elections will take place on these days, and to maintain law and order, the sale of alcohol will be restricted.

Alcohol Prohibition Week (October 8)

The last day of Alcohol Prohibition Week is on October 8. The week starts from October 2 and ends on October 8 to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The day is a dry day in Maharashtra.

Dussehra (October 12)

Dussehra marks the victory of good over evil, commemorating Lord Ram’s triumph over Ravana in the epic Ramayana. As a religious festival, India enforces a dry day on Dussehra.

Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti (October 17)

This day marks the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the revered sage and author of the Ramayana. The country observes this as a dry day, especially in areas where Valmiki’s legacy holds religious importance. Is It Dry Day on October 2 for Gandhi Jayanti in India? Check if Alcohol Will Be Available for Sale in Restaurants, Liquor Stores, Bars, Pubs and Across the Country.

October 2024 holds several significant dry days like Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra, and it is important to be prepared. Dry days reflect India’s cultural and religious aspects for various occasions, and by planning in advance, you can ensure that your celebrations continue smoothly without interruptions. For those looking to enjoy a drink during the festive season, be sure to stock up beforehand and keep track of local regulations that may affect alcohol availability on specific days.

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