Aditya Behera

On a routine patrol near Markapur forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 239 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 2 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Specific intelligence regarding cross-border smuggling movement received via wireless. Mobile patrol intercepted a Bolero bearing AP-31-X-1234 near Repalle on the Telangana border. Recovered 400 litres of NDPL liquor of Imperial Blue brand. Driver attempted evasion before being apprehended. Vehicle and contraband seized.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Sri Satya Sai 03 Bar in Sri Satya Sai based on routine compliance schedule. Found 244 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 Kavali forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 396 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 5 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Sri Satya Sai 03 Wines in Sri Satya Sai based on routine compliance schedule. Found 145 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 Sri Satya Sai 03 Wines in Sri Satya Sai based on routine compliance schedule. Found 352 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 Kavali based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2023. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 292 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Surveillance led to the identification of a clandestine storage at Banaganapalle. Search yielded 267 litres of liquor without valid permit documentation, stored in a private godown attached to a residential property. Two persons arrested. Investigation continues to identify the supply chain.