ES East Godavari 03

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Allagadda village in East Godavari district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 168 litres of unfermented wash, 28 kg of jaggery and approximately 122 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 5 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES East Godavari 03 Wines in East Godavari based on routine compliance schedule. Found 300 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 East Godavari 03 Bar in East Godavari based on routine compliance schedule. Found 343 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.

Conducted enforcement raid at Ramachandrapuram based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2020. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 227 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Conducted enforcement raid at Puttur based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2021. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 190 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.