Bharati Behera

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Yerraguntla village in YSR district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 405 litres of unfermented wash, 69 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.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES YSR 07 Liquors in YSR based on routine compliance schedule. Found 385 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 Naidupeta. Search yielded 350 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.

On a routine patrol near Allagadda forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 142 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 3 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES YSR 07 Bar in YSR based on routine compliance schedule. Found 430 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 07 Bar in YSR based on routine compliance schedule. Found 72 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 07 Liquors in YSR based on routine compliance schedule. Found 340 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 Palamaner forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 172 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 1 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.