ES Palnadu 04

Conducted enforcement raid at Renigunta based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2024. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 448 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Palnadu 04 Liquors in Palnadu based on routine compliance schedule. Found 103 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 Markapur village in Palnadu district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 96 litres of unfermented wash, 53 kg of jaggery and approximately 146 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 3 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Yemmiganur village in Palnadu district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 245 litres of unfermented wash, 10 kg of jaggery and approximately 102 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 1 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Ramachandrapuram village in Palnadu district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 160 litres of unfermented wash, 75 kg of jaggery and approximately 232 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 5 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.