- By Imran Zafar
- Wed, 14 Aug 2024 04:25 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
15th August Dry Day: All liquor shops and other establishments serving alcoholic beverages will remain closed across major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata on 78th Independence Day. The country will observe a dry day on August 15, prohibiting the sale of alcohol. This restriction will be enforced in all bars, restaurants, and liquor shops, where the sale of alcohol will be completely banned.
The nationwide dry day on August 15 prohibits the sale of alcohol, a customary practice during national holidays, including Republic Day and Gandhi Jayanti. The prohibition applies to all bars and restaurants, which will not be allowed to serve alcohol. The closure is part of a broader effort to encourage citizens to honour the significance of the day with sobriety and respect.
However, the prohibition does not extend to duty-free shops and certain hotels, restaurants, bars and special events with prior permission from the relevant authorities may still serve alcohol.
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Why Liquor Shops Remain Closed On 15th August?
Liquor shops across India are closed on August 15 as part of a dry day observance, a common practice on national holidays to honour their significance. Independence Day, marking the nation's freedom is observed as a dry day to maintain the solemnity and decorum of the occasion. By banning alcohol sales, the dry day ensures that Independence Day is observed with the respect it deserves, contributing to a harmonious and meaningful commemoration of India’s journey to freedom.
Enforcement of dry day regulations is managed by local authorities, with varying rules across states. Liquor stores, bars and restaurants must comply with the prohibition, facing strict penalties for violations.