Liquor outlets and excise establishments in Cachar to remain closed on Nov 8 and 9

way2barak, November 7: In view of the celebrations of Deepawali and Kali Puja on November 8 and 9, 2026, the District Magistrate, Cachar, Rahul Kumar Gupta, IAS, has ordered the closure of all licensed Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) and Country Spirit (C.S.) manufactories, wholesale warehouses and retail ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’ liquor outlets across Cachar district on both days.

The order has been issued in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 52(1) of the Assam Excise Act, 2000 as amended with the objective of maintaining public peace and harmony during the festive celebrations.

As per the order, all the aforementioned licensed premises along with any other establishments dealing in intoxicants, including alcoholic beverages shall remain closed throughout the district on November 8 and 9. The order also strictly prohibits the transportation, possession, sale and consumption of intoxicants in public places during the stipulated period.

The District Magistrate has cautioned that any violation of the order will invite strict legal action under the relevant provisions of the Assam Excise Act and Rules.

The district administration has urged all concerned establishments and the public to strictly comply with the order and extend cooperation in ensuring peaceful and harmonious celebrations of Deepawali and Kali Puja across Cachar.

This is stated in a press release issued by the Regional Office of Information & Public Relations,Barak Valley Zone, Silchar, Assam.