Is today a dry day in Bihar?
Commercial retail liquor stores, clubs, and bars are permanently banned in Bihar. No alcohol consumption or possession is permitted for anyone, including tourists and non-residents.
Dry Day Today in Bihar
Alcohol vends and commercial bars are closed due to Statewide Prohibition Law.
Bihar is a designated dry state under state legislation. The manufacture, retail sale, distribution, and commercial service of alcohol are strictly prohibited.
Dry Day Tomorrow in Bihar
Notice: Tomorrow is a dry day due to Statewide Prohibition Law.
Dry Days Ahead in Bihar
Over the next four weeks:
No dry days are scheduled for Bihar in the next four weeks. Standard licensing rules apply.
Excise Policy & Operational Guidelines
Governed by the Bihar Department of Excise.
On-premise & off-premise sales
Licensed liquor shops
Hotels, pubs, and restaurants
Excise Summary
Total prohibition since April 2016 under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act. The manufacture, bottling, distribution, transportation, sale, storage, and consumption of alcohol is completely illegal across the entire state.
Permit & Possession Regulations
No alcohol consumption or possession is permitted for anyone, including tourists and non-residents.