Directive from the Election Commission
The ECI has directed that all wine shops and bars in the affected constituencies, as well as adjacent constituencies, will remain closed during this period. “All wine shops and bars will be closed on polling day to maintain public order,” stated the ECI directive. This measure is crucial for preventing any disruptions on election day.”The licensees shall not be entitled to any compensation on account of any changes effected in the above list. All the licensees shall exhibit this order at some conspicuous place of their licensed premises. The business premises of a licensee shall be kept closed on dry day,” said the Delhi excise department in its order.
- All
- Uttar Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Tamil Nadu
- West Bengal
- Bihar
- Karnataka
- Andhra Pradesh
- Telangana
- Kerala
- Madhya Pradesh
- Rajasthan
- Delhi
- Other States
Additional Dry Day on Vote Counting Day
Another dry day is scheduled for June 4, coinciding with the counting of votes. This period will extend until the election results are announced, ensuring public order during the crucial phase of vote counting.Similar Measures in Surrounding Regions
Similar measures will be implemented in Gurugram, Haryana, and the Delhi NCR region, where dry days are scheduled from 6 PM on May 23 to 6 PM on May 25. These measures align with the ECI’s efforts to ensure orderly and peaceful elections across various regions.