Tilaknagar Industries, Bira maker named in Andhra Pradesh liquor scam
Tilaknagar Industries and Bira maker B9 Beverages have been named in a chargesheet by Andhra Pradesh Police for alleged kickbacks and irregularities in liquor trade. Tilaknagar reportedly earned ₹1,472 crore from APSBCL, with ₹218 crore allegedly routed as kickbacks via gold transactions. B9 Beverages earned ₹360 crore, with ₹43 crore allegedly funneled back through fake vendor payments. Both firms deny receiving official communication so far.
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