Madhav Sastry

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Piduguralla village in Krishna district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 356 litres of unfermented wash, 69 kg of jaggery and approximately 43 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 3 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Conducted enforcement raid at Sullurupeta based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2022. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 128 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Conducted enforcement raid at Komarolu based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2019. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 220 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 Markapur village in Krishna district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 438 litres of unfermented wash, 65 kg of jaggery and approximately 45 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 2 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Krishna 03 Bar in Krishna based on routine compliance schedule. Found 359 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 Krishna 03 Liquors in Krishna based on routine compliance schedule. Found 260 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 Tadipatri forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 356 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 5 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Krishna 03 Liquors in Krishna based on routine compliance schedule. Found 140 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.