RESTRICTION ON SALE OF LIQUOR

Panaji: March 02, 2026

Department of Finance (Revenue and Control) has directed all licensed premises for the sale of liquor shall be closed on March 10, 11 and 13, 2026 within the areas under jurisdiction of the City of Panaji in North Goa District of the State of Goa on account of Polling day and Counting of votes for the General Elections to the Corporation of the City of Panaji in North Goa District of the State.

However, the licensed premises having license for ‘Bar and Restaurant’ may be allowed to keep the restaurant open for serving food only and the Bar counter shall be closed and no liquor shall be allowed to be served on the above mentioned days. The owners of the licensed premises having ‘Bar and Restaurant’ shall also display a board in the premises stating that no liquor will be served and that only the restaurant is open for serving food.

DI/INF/AXP/SAG/PD/SN/2026/1277