Why Delhi Has Declared A Dry Day On Nov 19, Day Of World Cup Final

The liquor shops in Delhi will remain shut on Sunday, the day when Team India aims to clinch its third ICC ODI World Cup title.

Delhi has declared a dry day on Sunday, the day when Rohit Sharma-led Team India aims to clinch its third ICC ODI World Cup title when they take on Australia in the World Cup 2023 final. 

The liquor shops in the national capital will remain shut on account of Chhath Puja on Sunday.

An official order -- issued by Krishna Mohan Uppu, Commissioner (Excise) on Thursday -- said all liquor vends will stay closed as Pratihar Shashthi or Surya Shashti (Chhath Puja) has been declared a dry day on Sunday.