Liquor Ban Not 48, But 96 Hours Before Polls: Why West Bengal Is Seeing More Dry Days This Election
Last Updated:April 21, 2026, 10:19 IST Officials of the Election Commission flagged an “unusual surge” in liquor sales during the Model Code of Conduct period. Instead of the standard two-day restriction, parts of Bengal are witnessing extended liquor bans stretching up to 96 hours. (Image: News18 Bangla) In India, elections and dry days go hand…