The Government has directed all licensed premises “for the sale of liquor” to be closed in the State of Goa from 06.00 pm of May 05, 2024 till midnight of May 07, 2024 and on June 04, 2024 on account of Polling and Counting of votes respectively for the General Elections to Lok Sabha- 2024.
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.