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Over 1.72 million arrested in Bihar liquor ban since 2016
The Bihar liquor prohibition, in force since April 1, 2016, has led to arrests totaling 1,718,058 for liquor ban violations over ten years. The breakdown shows 775,979 arrests by the Prohibition & Excise Department and 942,079 by the police as reported on April 27, 2026.
Why It Matters
Highlights ongoing enforcement challenges and public policy impact of Bihar's prohibition, with a large number of violations despite the ban.
Timeline
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Article reports latest figures on arrests under liquor ban
April 27, 2026
As reported on April 27, 2026, the total number of people arrested for liquor ban violations over the 10-year period is 1,718,058, with 775,979 arrested by the Prohibition & Excise Department and 942,079 by the police.
Bihar liquor prohibition law comes into force
April 1, 2016
The Bihar liquor prohibition law comes into force, making manufacture, import, storage, sale and consumption of liquor illegal in the state.