Mohan Naidu

Conducted enforcement raid at Palamaner based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2023. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 305 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Macherla village in YSR district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 354 litres of unfermented wash, 22 kg of jaggery and approximately 105 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 5 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Conducted enforcement raid at Chimakurthy based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2024. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 172 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

While checking inter-state movement at Kothagudem road, vehicle bearing registration AP31 FQ 2340 was intercepted. The driver could not produce valid permits. On search, 195 litres of non-duty-paid liquor in 20 cartons recovered. Vehicle and consignment seized. Driver and conductor taken into custody.

Specific intelligence regarding cross-border smuggling movement received via wireless. Mobile patrol intercepted a DCM bearing KA51 RX 8266 near Yerraguntla on the Tamil Nadu border. Recovered 65 litres of NDPL liquor of Blenders Pride brand. Driver attempted evasion before being apprehended. Vehicle and contraband seized.

Specific intelligence regarding cross-border smuggling movement received via wireless. Mobile patrol intercepted a DCM bearing AP-31-X-1234 near Kavali on the Odisha border. Recovered 324 litres of NDPL liquor of McDowell brand. Driver attempted evasion before being apprehended. Vehicle and contraband seized.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES YSR 06 Wines in YSR based on routine compliance schedule. Found 63 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 YSR 06 Wines in YSR based on routine compliance schedule. Found 226 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.