Phani Iyer

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Eluru 05 Liquors in Eluru 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.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Piduguralla village in Eluru district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 278 litres of unfermented wash, 14 kg of jaggery and approximately 141 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 5 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Renigunta village in Eluru district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 74 litres of unfermented wash, 22 kg of jaggery and approximately 36 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 1 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Specific intelligence regarding cross-border smuggling movement received via wireless. Mobile patrol intercepted a container bearing AP-31-X-1234 near Atmakur on the Telangana border. Recovered 68 litres of NDPL liquor of Royal Stag brand. Driver attempted evasion before being apprehended. Vehicle and contraband seized.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Punganur village in Eluru district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 99 litres of unfermented wash, 12 kg of jaggery and approximately 132 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 1 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

On a routine patrol near Donakonda forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 153 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 1 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Eluru 05 Liquors in Eluru based on routine compliance schedule. Found 223 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 Eluru 05 Bar in Eluru based on routine compliance schedule. Found 103 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.