Whatever is said is absolutely confidential. No one gives advice. But if a fellow member has had a similar problem, he speaks of his experience and how he coped with it. This automatically serves as a guideline. At the end of the meeting a bag is passed around and everyone puts in a few rupees that goes towards refreshments and the rent of the space.
Contributions are voluntary.
The meeting closes with the serenity prayer. You are among people who have or had problems and experiences similar to yours. The fact that many have won the battle over the bottle, shows you that life without liquor is possible. And perhaps even enjoyable. When we speak aloud about our own experiences or problems, we begin to look facts in the face.