Food & Drink

Alcohol Laws: Dry Days and State Bans

Drinks in India

Is Alcohol Legal?

Mostly Yes, but rules vary by state.
Dry States: Gujarat and Bihar (Total Ban). You need a special "Tourist Permit" to drink in Gujarat.
Dry Days: Alcohol sales are banned on national holidays (Oct 2, Jan 26, Aug 15) and election days.

Drinking Age

Delhi: 25 years.
Goa/Mumbai: 21 years.
Enforcement varies, but carrying ID is a must.