Knowing whether it’s a dry day in Mumbai, or anywhere in India, is crucial for planning social gatherings and respecting local customs. This comprehensive guide provides a complete list of dry days in India for 2025, outlining dates when alcohol sales and consumption are restricted. While we strive to keep this information updated, confirming with local establishments is always recommended.
Dry Days in India: A Month-by-Month Breakdown
Dry days are observed on various religious and national holidays throughout India. Here’s a detailed breakdown for 2025:
January 2025 Dry Days:
- January 14th (Tuesday): Makar Sankranti
- January 26th (Sunday): Republic Day
- January 30th (Thursday): Shaheed Diwas (Maharashtra only)
February 2025 Dry Days:
- February 3rd (Monday, 6 PM onwards): Delhi Elections (Delhi only)
- February 4th (Tuesday): Delhi Elections (Delhi only)
- February 5th (Wednesday, until 6 PM): Delhi Elections (Delhi only)
- February 8th (Saturday): Delhi Election Results (Delhi only)
- February 19th (Wednesday): Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti (Maharashtra only)
- February 23rd (Sunday): Swami Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti
- February 26th (Wednesday): Shivratri
March 2025 Dry Days:
- March 14th (Friday): Holi (Confirm with local establishments)
- March 31st (Monday): Eid ul-Fitr
April 2025 Dry Days:
- April 6th (Sunday): Ram Navami
- April 10th (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14th (Monday): Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 18th (Friday): Good Friday
May 2025 Dry Days:
- May 1st (Thursday): Maharashtra Day (Maharashtra only)
- May 12th (Monday): Buddha Purnima
June 2025 Dry Days:
- June 7th (Saturday): Bakrid, Eid-al-Adha
July 2025 Dry Days:
- July 6th (Sunday): Ashadi Ekadashi, Muharram
- July 10th (Thursday): Guru Purnima
August 2025 Dry Days:
- August 15th (Friday): Independence Day
- August 16th (Saturday): Janmashthami
- August 27th (Wednesday): Ganesh Chaturthi (Maharashtra and Karnataka only)
September 2025 Dry Days:
- September 5th (Friday): Eid-e-Milad
- September 6th (Saturday): Anant Chaturdashi (Maharashtra only)
October 2025 Dry Days:
- October 2nd (Thursday): Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra
- October 7th (Tuesday): Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
- October 8th (Wednesday): Prohibition Week (Maharashtra only)
- October 21st (Tuesday): Diwali (Delhi NCR only)
November 2025 Dry Days:
- November 1st (Saturday): Kartiki Ekadashi
- November 5th (Wednesday): Guru Nanak Jayanti
- November 24th (Monday): Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Diwas
December 2025 Dry Days:
- December 25th (Thursday): Christmas
Confirming Dry Day Status in Mumbai
While this list provides a general overview, always check with local authorities or establishments in Mumbai for the most up-to-date information. Regulations can change, and specific local rules may apply. Enjoy your time in India responsibly and respectfully.