Subba Babu

Acting on credible information, raid was conducted at Kandukur village in Chittoor district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 394 litres of unfermented wash, 61 kg of jaggery and approximately 77 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 Chittoor 06 Bar in Chittoor based on routine compliance schedule. Found 335 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 Chittoor 06 Wines in Chittoor based on routine compliance schedule. Found 213 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.

Conducted enforcement raid at Gudur based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2022. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 172 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Chittoor 06 Liquors in Chittoor based on routine compliance schedule. Found 375 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.

Specific intelligence regarding cross-border smuggling movement received via wireless. Mobile patrol intercepted a Bolero bearing AP39 WM 7868 near Palamaner on the Telangana border. Recovered 424 litres of NDPL liquor of Blenders Pride brand. Driver attempted evasion before being apprehended. Vehicle and contraband seized.

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 266 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 3 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Chittoor 06 Wines in Chittoor based on routine compliance schedule. Found 279 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.