ES Kakinada 01

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Kakinada 01 Wines in Kakinada based on routine compliance schedule. Found 294 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 Puttur forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 195 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 1 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Sullurupeta village in Kakinada district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 199 litres of unfermented wash, 28 kg of jaggery and approximately 83 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 3 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Conducted enforcement raid at Allagadda based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2020. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 311 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Kakinada 01 Liquors in Kakinada based on routine compliance schedule. Found 175 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.