New Delhi, Oct. 8 -- Delhi government has directed liquor shops in the capital to remain shut for two days on October 9 and 10 to maintain "public order", according to an official order from Delhi's department of excise entertainment and luxury tax today.
The announcement came in view of the protest planned by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) seeking resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar.
"In view of the prevailing situation and inputs received from Delhi Police, as a preventive measure aimed at maintaining public order, it is hereby ordered that all retail liquor vends with licences in Form L6, L6 & L6FG, L8, L10 and L8 & L14 operating in Delhi will be completely closed on 09.10.2026 and 10.10.2026," the order fro...