8 states in India with the highest female alcohol consumption

Mizoram (4.7%) – Despite strict past regulations, recent relaxation of liquor bans shows increasing consumption.

Arunachal Pradesh (24.2%) – Traditional rice-based brews like Apong make alcohol a common part of cultural and social life.

Assam (7.3%) – Among many tribal communities, homemade alcohol is part of daily life and rituals.

Sikkim (16.2%) – Local brews such as Chhaang and a liberal drinking culture contribute to higher female consumption.

Telangana (6.7%) – Rising social acceptance and rural consumption trends reflect in the state’s figures.

Chhattisgarh (6.3%) – Forest-based tribal traditions support local brewing, making female drinking more prevalent.

Manipur (5.1%) – Traditional brews like Yu and participation in festive rituals lead to moderate female alcohol use.

Jharkhand (4.1%) – Adivasi and rural communities continue to brew and consume liquor as part of cultural customs.