GUWAHATI: This year, during Diwali, alcohol consumption in the Kamrup (M) jurisdiction reached ₹4.5 crore.
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On average, Guwahati sells approximately ₹1 crore worth of alcohol daily, however, this amount often doubles or triples during special occasions.
For instance, during Durga Puja this year, the city saw alcohol sales totaling ₹21 crore over four days.
Comparatively, Guwahati consumed ₹6.2 crore worth of alcohol during Diwali in 2023, indicating a significant drop in consumption this year.
