Guwahati: Kamrup Metro district will observe dry days from May 5 to May 7 and again on May 11 in view of the second phase of panchayat elections and the subsequent counting of votes in Assam.
The order was issued by the Kamrup Metro District Commissioner on May 2 to ensure a smooth, fair, and peaceful electoral process.
According to the directive, the dry day restrictions will come into force at 4:30 PM on May 5 and will remain effective until 4:30 PM on May 7.
An additional dry day has been announced for May 11, the day of vote counting. During this period, all liquor outlets, including wholesale bonded warehouses, IMFL retail “OFF” and “ON” shops, hotel bars, clubs, microbreweries, composite liquor stores, and country spirit shops, will be strictly closed.
Authorities have cautioned that any violation of the dry day guidelines will attract legal action under prevailing laws. The move aims to prevent any untoward incidents and maintain law and order during the election period.
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