Liquor Crackdown: 10,500 Litres Seized, 247 Arrested

The State Taxes and Excise Department has launched a major crackdown on illicit liquor, netting significant results since April 1st, 2025. A total of 247 cases have been registered across the state.

Over 10,500 litres of illegally manufactured and distributed liquor have been seized. The department reported significant recoveries in multiple regions.

The operation is ongoing, with the department urging citizens to report any suspicious activity related to illegal liquor trade. Contact details for reporting are available on the department’s website and social media channels.

This decisive action underscores the government’s commitment to curbing the illegal liquor trade, which poses serious health and economic risks to the state. The continued public cooperation is crucial in this fight.