Archive · 13 Aug 2025
Dry Days Alert in Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai in August
In August, some cities in India will have 'dry days' where you can't buy alcohol.
This is because of important holidays and festivals.
Independence Day, a national holiday, means no alcohol sales everywhere.
Janmashtami, a religious holiday, also has a dry day in some cities.
Additionally, Ganesh Chaturthi, a big festival in some areas, will also have dry days.
This is done to help keep things safe and orderly during large gatherings.
Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai will have dry days in August due to Independence Day, Janmashtami, and Ganesh Chaturthi.
Independence Day (August 15th) is a nationwide dry day.
Janmashtami (August 16th) is a dry day in Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai.
Ganesh Chaturthi (August 27th) will be a dry day in Bengaluru and Mumbai.
Additional restrictions may be imposed during Ganesh Chaturthi's immersion period.
- Who
- Residents of Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai.
- What
- Dry days (no alcohol sales) in Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai.
- When
- August 15th, 16th, and 27th, with possible additional restrictions during the Ganesh Chaturthi immersion.
- Where
- Bengaluru, Delhi, and Mumbai.
- Why
- To maintain law and order during public gatherings and festivals.
Residents
Authorities
Impact of Dry Days
Residents
Inconvenience due to restricted alcohol availability.
Authorities
Ensures safety and order during festivals and holidays.
- Dry Day Dates
- August 15, 16, 27
- Locations
- Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai
- Reason for Dry Days
- Independence Day, Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi
- Independence Day
- Nationwide Dry Day
- Ganesh Chaturthi Start
- August 27th
- Ganesh Chaturthi End
- September 6th