Is today a dry day in Delhi?
No(And tomorrow isn't either)
No Dry Day Today in Delhi
The coast is clear today in Delhi.
Standard excise operating hours apply for licensed government vends and bars.
No Dry Day Tomorrow in Delhi
The coast is clear tomorrow in Delhi.
Dry Days Ahead in Delhi
Over the next four weeks:
- Diwali (Deepavali)(Religious Festival)8 Nov 2026(State Mandate)
- Guru Nanak Jayanti (Gurpurab)(Religious Festival)24 Nov 2026(State Mandate)
Excise Policy & Operational Guidelines
Governed by the Delhi Department of Excise.
Legal Drinking Age21 years
On-premise & off-premise sales
Retail Vend Hours10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Retail Vends)
Licensed liquor shops
Bar & Restaurant Hours11:00 AM – 01:00 AM (Clubs & Restobars)
Hotels, pubs, and restaurants
Excise Summary
Government-run retail vends managed by DTTDC, DSIIDC, DCCWS, and DSCSC. Delhi Excise Gazette publishes the annual list of mandatory dry days (usually 21 days per year).
Permit & Possession Regulations
No personal permit required for purchasing or consuming.
Covered Districts & Municipal Areas
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