Big warning for liquor shops, bars, hotels and party lovers in Telangana! In 2026, several Dry Days will see complete ban on alcohol sale and serving across the state, including Hyderabad, Warangal and Secunderabad. Nationwide bans on Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15) and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2) remain mandatory. Telangana adds restrictions for major festivals like Bhogi/Sankranti (January 14-15), Bathukamma and others.
Violators face heavy fines, license cancellation or legal action under Telangana Excise laws. Stock up in advance – private consumption allowed, but no new sales or serving!
Know Complete Details of Dry Days in Telangana 2026
Dry Days enforced by Telangana Prohibition & Excise Department to respect national events, harvest festivals and religious observances.
Nationwide Dry Days:
- Republic Day: January 26, 2026 (Monday)
- Independence Day: August 15, 2026 (Saturday)
- Gandhi Jayanti: October 2, 2026 (Friday)
Telangana-Specific Major Dry Days (based on public holidays and common observance):
- Bhogi: January 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
- Sankranti/Pongal: January 15, 2026 (Thursday)
- Holi: March 3-4, 2026 (Tuesday-Wednesday)
- Eid-ul-Fitr (tentative): March 21, 2026
- Good Friday: April 3, 2026 (Friday)
- Eid-ul-Zuha/Bakrid (tentative): May 28, 2026
- Muharram (tentative): June 26, 2026
- Bathukamma Starting Day: October 11-18, 2026 (multi-day during festival)
- Vijaya Dasami/Dussehra: October 20, 2026 (Tuesday)
- Diwali/Deepavali: November 8, 2026 (Sunday)
Election dry days extra if polls in your area (48 hours before voting + counting day).
Month-Wise Dry Days in Telangana 2026
- January: 14 (Bhogi), 15 (Sankranti), 26 (Republic Day)
- March: 3-4 (Holi), 21 (Eid-ul-Fitr, tentative)
- April: 3 (Good Friday)
- May: 28 (Bakrid, tentative)
- June: 26 (Muharram, tentative)
- August: 15 (Independence Day)
- October: 2 (Gandhi Jayanti), 11-20 (Bathukamma/Dussehra period, key dates)
- November: 8 (Diwali)
Lunar dates (Eid, Muharram) may shift by 1-2 days – check official notifications closer to time.
Special Rules in Telangana Cities
- Hyderabad/Secunderabad: Strict enforcement; bars, pubs and wine shops closed fully.
- Other districts: Local collectors may add restrictions during Bonalu or Bathukamma.
- Exceptions: Limited for 5-star hotels in some cases, but rare on national/festival days.
- No Home Delivery: Apps and outlets banned on dry days.
How It Affects You – Avoid Fines & Plan Parties
- Bars/Hotels/Restaurants: No serving – revenue impact.
- Liquor Shops: Closed entire day.
- Buyers: Stock before; personal drinking ok.
- Events/Parties: Choose non-alcohol or dates carefully.
- Tip: Follow Telangana Excise website or local news for updates.
- Edge Cases: Sudden election bans; stricter during major festivals like Sankranti/Bathukamma.
These restrictions promote respect, safety and cultural traditions.
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