ES Guntur 08

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Guntur 08 Liquors in Guntur based on routine compliance schedule. Found 371 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 Komarolu village in Guntur district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 441 litres of unfermented wash, 46 kg of jaggery and approximately 86 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 3 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Guntur 08 Bar in Guntur based on routine compliance schedule. Found 351 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 Guntur 08 Wines in Guntur based on routine compliance schedule. Found 204 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 Komarolu forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 337 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 1 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.