Aditya Iyer

On a routine patrol near Kanigiri forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 173 litres of arrack-type ID liquor along with brewing materials. 4 persons fled the scene; one apprehended.

Inspection conducted at retail outlet ES Sri Satya Sai 04 Wines in Sri Satya Sai based on routine compliance schedule. Found 80 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 04 Liquors in Sri Satya Sai based on routine compliance schedule. Found 333 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 Repalle based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2023. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 84 litres of ID liquor, three plastic drums and one fermentation vessel. Habitual offender — case registered for repeat violation.

Conducted enforcement raid at Bapatla based on prior intelligence. The premises had been raided once earlier in 2019. Discovered fresh evidence of distillation. Seized 407 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 Tadipatri village in Sri Satya Sai district. Discovered an illicit distillation unit operating in a thatched shed behind the residence. Seized 442 litres of unfermented wash, 55 kg of jaggery and approximately 87 kg of molasses kept for fermentation. The chimney structure had been concealed under coconut fronds. 3 persons taken into custody for further enquiry.

On a routine patrol near Bapatla forest fringe, the team noticed smoke emanating from a concealed location. Discovered earthen pots containing fermented mash and a copper still apparatus. Seized 191 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 lorry bearing AP-31-X-1234 near Markapur on the Tamil Nadu border. Recovered 119 litres of NDPL liquor of Blenders Pride brand. Driver attempted evasion before being apprehended. Vehicle and contraband seized.