Guwahati, 16th April: In preparation for the upcoming Parliamentary Elections-2024, the Office of the District Commissioner in Dibrugarh district has issued a consequential order, declaring several days as ‘Dry Days’ across the district. This measure, in line with the Government Writ Tenure (W.T.) message, aims to ensure a peaceful electoral process by limiting the sale and consumption of alcohol during critical periods.
The order, announced by District Magistrate Bikram Kairi, takes effect from 5:00 P.M. on April 17, 2024, until 5:00 P.M. on April 19, 2024. Additionally, it extends to the day of counting, scheduled for June 4, 2024, and any subsequent day designated for re-polling, if necessary.
During these designated Dry Days, all wholesale warehouses, IMFL retail outlets categorized as “OFF” and “ON” shops, including Club “ON,” hotel establishments with liquor permits, star hotels, country spirit shops, and other entities engaged in the sale or provision of alcoholic beverages, are mandated to remain closed. Furthermore, strict measures will be enforced to regulate the storage of liquor by individuals, with a focus on enforcing existing provisions of the Assam Excise Act concerning unauthorized storage.
District Magistrate Bikram Kairi emphasized the importance of compliance with the order, stating that strict actions would be taken against any violations. The enforcement of relevant provisions within the Assam Excise Act and its accompanying regulations will be rigorously pursued to maintain order and adherence to the electoral directives.
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