Coming from Australia, the first thing that will hit you upon arrival at Ahmedabad is that this is a "dry" state. Officially, grog is frowned upon, as it might besmirch the memory of M.G., who has been hi-jacked by Ahmedabad as its very own son. Don't despair, after a few days you will have figured out that this is solely a racket for the same politicians who advocate the ban on alcohol so they can make mega bucks selling it through the back door
Welcome to India.