ES Visakhapatnam 03

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Visakhapatnam 03 Wines in Visakhapatnam based on routine compliance schedule. Found 401 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 Sullurupeta village in Visakhapatnam district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 93 litres of unfermented wash, 40 kg of jaggery and approximately 142 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 3 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

On a routine patrol near Adoni forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 208 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 2 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

On a routine patrol near Punganur forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 122 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 1 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Visakhapatnam 03 Liquors in Visakhapatnam based on routine compliance schedule. Found 264 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.