Suresh Sharma

On a routine patrol near Dhone forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 334 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 2 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Anakapalli 06 Wines in Anakapalli based on routine compliance schedule. Found 121 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 Anakapalli 06 Wines in Anakapalli based on routine compliance schedule. Found 48 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 Anakapalli 06 Liquors in Anakapalli based on routine compliance schedule. Found 305 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 Anakapalli 06 Wines in Anakapalli based on routine compliance schedule. Found 304 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 Anakapalli 06 Liquors in Anakapalli based on routine compliance schedule. Found 358 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.

While checking inter-state movement at NH40 Pakala junction, vehicle bearing registration AP11 YS 6510 was intercepted. The driver could not produce valid permits. On search, 61 litres of non-duty-paid liquor in 16 cartons recovered. Vehicle and consignment seized. Driver and conductor taken into custody.

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Macherla village in Anakapalli district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 195 litres of unfermented wash, 71 kg of jaggery and approximately 113 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 1 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.