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Dry days in Agatti, Lakshadweep
No. Today (15 October 2026) is not a dry day in Agatti. Licensed bars and liquor shops can usually sell alcohol unless a last-minute notice applies. Agatti follows Lakshadweep alcohol and dry-day rules. The Lakshadweep Excise Regulation, 2026 replaced the older prohibition framework with licensed sale, but availability is still limited to notified outlets. This page uses the three national dry days and should be rechecked before travel.
On declared dry days, licensed liquor sale and service are generally restricted. Ordinary island retail access can remain limited even on other dates.
Legal drinking age note: 21 in common guidance.