ES Bapatla 05

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Bapatla 05 Wines in Bapatla based on routine compliance schedule. Found 41 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 Yemmiganur village in Bapatla district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 394 litres of unfermented wash, 46 kg of jaggery and approximately 113 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 Bapatla 05 Bar in Bapatla based on routine compliance schedule. Found 196 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 Madanapalle forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 302 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 3 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Bapatla 05 Wines in Bapatla based on routine compliance schedule. Found 172 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.