New Year Party Alcohol Rules: Avoid Jail, Know Your State's Limits!

• Alcohol laws are state-specific in India; rules for storage and consumption vary widely.
• States like Bihar, Gujarat, Nagaland, Mizoram, and Lakshadweep have complete alcohol prohibition.
• Permitted home storage limits differ significantly by state, e.g., Delhi (9L hard liquor), UP (1.5L foreign liquor), MP (100 bottles with annual fee).
• Legal drinking age varies across states, from 18 (Goa) to 25 (Delhi, Maharashtra for hard liquor).
• Obtain special licenses for storing quantities beyond limits and always carry ID proof for age verification.

Why It Matters: Celebrate responsibly! Know your state's alcohol laws to avoid fines or imprisonment this New Year.