– Dhoolpet: Three separate seizures resulted in confiscation of adulterated toddy stored or sold without permission.
– Nallakunta: 70 litres illegally transported; Mallappa arrested, case filed against S. Basavaraj.
– Mangalhat: Dumping of 247 litres detected; B. Anil Goud apprehended, case against Ramachandaiah initiated.
– Gudimalkapur (Hiranagar area): Illegal depot storing 382 litres was raided; arrest made (Goda Raghavendra Goud), case registered against Ramakrishna Goud.
The Telangana government’s decisive action highlights its commitment to tackling illicit alcohol operations amidst rising concerns about public safety.The systematic raids and confiscations are especially critical following incidents like Kukatpally, underscoring potential risks associated with consuming unregulated products. By transferring cases to a centralised station like Dhoolpet excise, authorities aim for streamlined investigations into the broader network behind these illegal activities.Moreover, the collection of samples for testing signals a more evidence-driven approach to enforcement rather than one solely focused on arrests.If handled effectively, such measures could deter future violations while ensuring consumer safety across the state. Though,comprehensive regulations coupled with stricter monitoring might be required in the long term to curb recurring issues tied to bootlegging operations.
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