Kiran Naidu

Conducted enforcement raid at Macherla based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2021. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 417 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

On a routine patrol near Naidupeta forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 48 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 2 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Vizianagaram 07 Liquors in Vizianagaram based on routine compliance schedule. Found 369 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 Vizianagaram 07 Wines in Vizianagaram based on routine compliance schedule. Found 64 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 Kavali. Search yielded 80 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.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Renigunta village in Vizianagaram district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 161 litres of unfermented wash, 71 kg of jaggery and approximately 70 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 4 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Vizianagaram 07 Wines in Vizianagaram based on routine compliance schedule. Found 406 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 Atmakur. Search yielded 225 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.