ES Visakhapatnam 04

Conducted enforcement raid at Yemmiganur based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2024. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 78 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Visakhapatnam 04 Liquors in Visakhapatnam based on routine compliance schedule. Found 128 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.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Visakhapatnam 04 Bar in Visakhapatnam based on routine compliance schedule. Found 71 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.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Visakhapatnam 04 Bar in Visakhapatnam 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.

On a routine patrol near Allagadda forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 129 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 4 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.