ES Tirupati 05

On a routine patrol near Tadipatri forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 257 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 2 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Surveillance led to the identification of a clandestine storage at Yemmiganur. Search yielded 86 litres of liquor without valid permit documentation, stored in a private godown attached to a residential property. Two persons arrested. Investigation continues to identify the supply chain.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Tirupati 05 Liquors in Tirupati based on routine compliance schedule. Found 101 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.

Conducted enforcement raid at Allagadda based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2024. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 120 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Conducted enforcement raid at Kavali based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2019. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 172 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.