Dry Days In September 2024: Ganesh Chaturthi To Eid-e-Milad – Dates When Wine Shops Are Closed; Alcohol Unavailable In Bars, Restaurants
Dry Days: In the month of September, several important religious celebrations are set to take place. People planning events should be aware of the dry days—days when the sale of alcohol is prohibited across several states. Significant festivals such as Ganesh Chaturthi and Eid-e-Milad will fall within this month. We have curated a list of dry days to help people plan their events accordingly.
Dry Days In September 2024
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 7, Saturday. The festival is widely celebrated in Maharashtra, marking the birth of Lord Ganesha. On this day, several cities in the state will witness a dry day hence all wine shops will be closed. Vibrant processions will take place during the day, so plan your activities with this in mind.
Eid-e-Milad, Anant Chaturdashi: September 17, Tuesday. the day marks two important festivals – Eid-e-Milad – which mark the birth of the Prophet Muhammad – and Anant Chaturdashi – which commemorates the end of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Note: that bot the festival will be observed as a dry day across the country, with several states imposing restrictions on alcohol sales.
Whether you’re involved in these festivities or managing business tasks, keeping track of this change is pivotal.