Archive · 12 Dec 2025
UP Liquor Shops Open Extra Hour for Xmas & New Year
In Uttar Pradesh, India, the government has decided to keep liquor shops open for an extra hour during Christmas and New Year.
Normally, these shops close at 10:00 PM, but on December 24, 25, 30, and 31, they will stay open until 11:00 PM.
This is because more people usually buy liquor during these holidays, and the government wants to make sure everything runs smoothly.
They have also asked the police and other officials to help manage the crowds and keep things safe.
Liquor shops in Uttar Pradesh will be open from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM on December 24, 25, 30, and 31.
Normal operating hours are from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
The extension is to manage increased demand and crowds during Christmas and New Year.
All district magistrates and licensing officers must ensure strict compliance with the order.
Police and administrative departments have been instructed to coordinate security arrangements.
- Who
- Uttar Pradesh Excise Department
- What
- Extended operating hours for liquor shops
- When
- December 24, 25, 30, and 31
- Where
- All excise retail shops in Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- To manage increased demand and crowds during Christmas and New Year celebrations
- Location
- Uttar Pradesh, India
- Extended Hours
- 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
- Normal Hours
- 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Dates
- December 24, 25, 30, 31
- Reason
- Increased demand and crowds during festivals