ES Tirupati 01

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Markapur village in Tirupati district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 374 litres of unfermented wash, 56 kg of jaggery and approximately 50 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 1 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Tirupati 01 Wines in Tirupati based on routine compliance schedule. Found 280 litres of duty-paid liquor in excess of permitted stock with discrepancies in maintenance of stock register. Show-cause notice issued; case registered under permit violation provisions.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Piduguralla village in Tirupati district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 69 litres of unfermented wash, 24 kg of jaggery and approximately 131 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 3 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

While checking inter-state movement at Chittoor RTO post, vehicle bearing registration AP08 NQ 1535 was intercepted. The driver could not produce valid permits. On search, 292 litres of non-duty-paid liquor in 11 cartons recovered. Vehicle and consignment seized. Driver and conductor taken into custody.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Tirupati 01 Bar in Tirupati based on routine compliance schedule. Found 76 litres of duty-paid liquor in excess of permitted stock with discrepancies in maintenance of stock register. Show-cause notice issued; case registered under permit violation provisions.