Guwahati, Nov. 11 -- The Assam Government has announced dry days in 11 districts ahead of the 2026 General Elections to the Mising Autonomous Council and the Sonowal Kachari Autonomous Council.

According to an order issued by the Excise Department, the sale, distribution and consumption of liquor and other intoxicating substances will be prohibited from November 28, 2026, which falls 48 hours before polling, until the completion of voting on November 30.

The polling day, November 30, will also be observed as a dry day. The restrictions will remain applicable on December 1 if re-polling is conducted and on December 3, the day scheduled for counting of votes. The prohibition will continue until the counting process is completed.

The orde...