ES Vizianagaram 06

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Vizianagaram 06 Bar in Vizianagaram based on routine compliance schedule. Found 192 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.

Surveillance led to the identification of a clandestine storage at Piduguralla. Search yielded 143 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.

On a routine patrol near Kavali forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 185 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 3 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Vinukonda village in Vizianagaram district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 361 litres of unfermented wash, 73 kg of jaggery and approximately 204 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 Vizianagaram 06 Wines in Vizianagaram based on routine compliance schedule. Found 79 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.