Is It Dry Day On Gandhi Jayanti? Complete List Of Dry Days In October 2026 In Mumbai And Maharashtra
If you're planning to step out for drinks this October, there are a couple of dates to keep in mind. With Gandhi Jayanti falling on Friday, October 2, liquor shops and licensed establishments selling alcohol will observe dry-day restrictions across India. Gandhi Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and is among the three nationally observed dry days in India, alongside Republic…
In October 2026, Mumbai and Maharashtra will observe two dry days due to religious and national holidays. The first dry day falls on Friday, October 2, marking Gandhi Jayanti, a nationally observed dry day honoring the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Liquor shops and licensed establishments across India, including Maharashtra, will be prohibited from selling or serving alcohol on this day.
The second dry day in Maharashtra occurs on Tuesday, October 20, during Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami. This festival, celebrated with great fervor in Maharashtra, is listed as a dry day, meaning alcohol sales will be restricted on this occasion as well. While Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti falls on October 7, it is not considered a dry day in Maharashtra based on the official state listings.
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