Subba Mudaliar

Specific intelligence regarding cross-border smuggling movement received via wireless. Mobile patrol intercepted a Bolero bearing AP25 ZG 4515 near Sullurupeta on the Tamil Nadu border. Recovered 316 litres of NDPL liquor of Royal Stag brand. Driver attempted evasion before being apprehended. Vehicle and contraband seized.

On a routine patrol near Repalle forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 256 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 2 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Annamayya 05 Wines in Annamayya based on routine compliance schedule. Found 234 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 Renigunta forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 226 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 5 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Annamayya 05 Bar in Annamayya based on routine compliance schedule. Found 443 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 Puttur village in Annamayya district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 294 litres of unfermented wash, 33 kg of jaggery and approximately 95 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 1 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

Conducted enforcement raid at Bapatla based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2019. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 85 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Annamayya 05 Bar in Annamayya based on routine compliance schedule. Found 255 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.