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The Hindu
6 hours ago
- The Hindu
Four arrested, nearly 190 kg of ganja seized during crackdown in A.P.
The Andhra Pradesh Prohibition and Excise Department arrested four individuals and seized nearly 190 kg of dry ganja in two major operations over the past two days. These raids are part of an intensified, intelligence-driven enforcement campaign led by Excise Secretary Mukesh Kumar Meena, with close coordination from Commissioner Nishant Kumar and Enforcement Director Rahul Dev Sharma. Mr. Nishant Kumar on Wednesday (July 2) said that in Alluri Sitarama Raju district, the Excise Task Force intercepted a smuggling attempt near Indukurupeta village in Devipatnam mandal. The officials seized 180 kg of dry ganja from an autorickshaw and arrested two suspects—Galla Raviteja and Chella Narasimha Rao alias Chinna—believed to be part of a larger interState network. Mobile phones linked to the operation were also confiscated. In a separate bust in Guntur town, Excise officials apprehended two Telangana natives, Guguloth Yakanna and Bhukya Bharathi, near the Government General Hospital. They were found in possession of 8.76 kg of ganja, allegedly supplied by a Khammam-based dealer named Siva.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- New Indian Express
Excise sleuths bust three illegal liquor networks, 1,247 fake bottles seized in VIjayawada
VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh excise officials, under the guidance of Principal Secretary Mukesh Kumar Meena and supervision of Commissioner Nishant Kumar and Enforcement Director Rahuldev Sharma, have dismantled three illegal liquor manufacturing and distribution networks in West Godavari, Konaseema and Anakapalle districts. The operations led to the seizure of significant quantities of spirit, spurious liquor, raw materials and equipment, along with the arrest of multiple key operatives and suppliers. Prohibition and Excise officials from Amalapuram and Kakinada, with a coordinated strategy, raided a large-scale spurious liquor production facility in Komaragiripatnam village of Allavaram mandal. Seized items included 1,065 litres of spirit, 125 PET bottles labelled 'AC Black', sealing machinery, fake caps, labels and caramel used for manufacturing. Eight individuals, including Neredumilli Subrahmanyam and Chavvakula Premkumar, also known as Babloo, were arrested. Building on leads from the Konaseema raid, officials raided another illegal unit within the Palakollu P&E station limits of West Godavari district. This facility was involved in manufacturing and bottling spurious liquor, with significant quantities of rectified spirit, glycerine, caramel, and artificial flavouring agents seized. Key accused Puli Roshani Sheetal and Borra Satya Apparao were arrested. In a separate operation, excise officials uncovered a spurious liquor distribution network operating from two locations in Payakaraopeta of Anakapalle district: a coconut farm near Srirampuram-Kesavaram Road and a godown owned by Vijayalaxmi Traders in Chebrolu. The seizure included 1,247 counterfeit bottles, motorcycles and cellphones. Four individuals, including Raparthi Apparao and Ganasala Sesharao, were taken into custody.
Hans India
7 days ago
- Hans India
Three spurious liquor units busted, 14 arrested
Amalapuram: In a major operation to curb the menace of illicit liquor, Andhra Pradesh Excise Department officials busted three spurious liquor manufacturing and distribution networks across Konaseema, West Godavari, and Anakapalli districts. The raids were conducted under the guidance of Principal Secretary Mukesh Kumar Meena and the supervision of Commissioner Nishant Kumar and Enforcement Director Rahuldev Sharma. In the first operation, officials from Amalapuram and Kakinada carried out a joint raid at Komaragiripatnam village in Allavaram mandal, Konaseema district. A large-scale illegal liquor manufacturing unit was found operating with 1,065 litres of spirit, 125 PET bottles labelled as 'AC Black', sealing machinery, fake caps, labels, and caramel used for liquor production. Eight persons, including Neredumilli Subrahmanyam and Chavvakula Premkumar alias Babloo, were arrested at the scene. Based on leads from the Konaseema raid, another unit was traced to Palakol in the West Godavari district. This facility was engaged in bottling spurious liquor using rectified spirit, glycerine, caramel, and artificial flavours. Two accused Puli Roshani Sheetal and Borra Satya Apparao were apprehended during the raid. In a third operation, officials uncovered a distribution network in Payakaraopeta, Anakapalli district. The seizures included 1,247 counterfeit nip bottles, motorcycles, mobile phones, and packaging material. Four suspects were taken into custody. Authorities are now investigating the source of raw materials, machinery, and fake branding used in the production of spurious liquor. Efforts are on to track down the remaining members of the racket and dismantle the entire illegal supply chain.
Hans India
22-05-2025
- Hans India
AP to be ID liquor-free by September 30: Excise PS Mukesh Kumar
Vijayawada: Principal Secretary (Excise) Mukesh Kumar Meena has set a state-wide deadline of September 30 to eradicate illicitly distilled (ID) liquor from Andhra Pradesh under Navodayam 2.0. Chairing a review meeting at Prohibition & Excise Commissioner's Office in Mangalagiri on Wednesday, Mukesh Kumar Meena issued comprehensive directives to Excise officers across the State, calling for intensified enforcement. Focusing on high-incidence districts such as Kakinada, East Godavari, Srikakulam, and Parvathipuram Manyam, Mukesh Kumar instructed the officers to build on previous enforcement experience and launch aggressive, targeted operations to eliminate ID liquor completely. He emphasised that performance will be monitored closely and timelines must be met without exception. In addition to ID liquor, the review covered efforts to curb non-duty paid liquor (NDPL). While acknowledging that the introduction of Rs 99 liquor brands has helped reduce NDPL inflows, he urged the officials to maintain vigilance, especially in districts like Sri Sathya Sai, Anantapur, Kurnool, Nandyal and Annamayya. Emphasising retail regulation, he directed that liquor sales must strictly follow MRP norms and official timings and stressed the importance of preventive action to avoid untoward incidents. Reinforcing administrative discipline, Mukesh Kumar ordered all officers to remain in their headquarters, ensure swift grievance redressal, and implement mandatory night patrolling by senior officers. Director of Excise Nishant Kumar called upon the district officials to respond promptly to public complaints and maintain round-the-clock enforcement readiness. He reiterated the need for strong field presence and quick operational response. Director of Enforcement Rahul Dev Sharma presented a detailed review of ongoing ID liquor cases, NDPL seizures, and pending arrests. He instructed officers to speed up investigations, file charge sheets without delay, and identify suitable cases for invoking the Preventive Detention (PD) Act to deter repeat offenders. Principal Secretary Mukesh Kumar Meena also launched the Diary-cum-Handbook of the AP State Excise Executive Officers Association, reinforcing his focus on coordination and professionalism within the department.
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- The Hindu
Navodayam 2.0: Andhra Pradesh govt. sets September 30 deadline to become ID Liquor-free
In a decisive push to eradicate illicitly distilled (ID) liquor from Andhra Pradesh, Principal Secretary (Excise) Mukesh Kumar Meena has set a deadline of September 30, 2025, to make the State free of the menace. The directive was issued during a high-level review meeting held at the Prohibition & Excise Commissioner's Office in Mangalagiri on Wednesday, as part of the Navodayam 2.0 initiative. Addressing the officials from across the State, Mr. Meena laid out a comprehensive strategy for intensified enforcement, calling for district-specific plans and visible results. Special focus has been laid on Kakinada, East Godavari, Srikakulam, and Parvathipuram-Manyam ditsricts, where the battle against ID liquor has remained persistent. Citing the importance of accountability, Mr. Meena made it clear that timelines must be met without exception and that officers performance will be under continuous review. The meeting reviewed efforts to curb the inflow of non-duty paid liquor (NDPL). Noting that the introduction of ₹99 liquor brands has helped reduce the NDPL activity, Mr. Meena urged the officials to stay vigilant, particularly in the border-sensitive districts including Sri Sathya Sai, Anantapur, Kurnool, Nandyal, and Annamayya. Retail regulation On retail regulation, Mr. Meena reiterated that liquor sales must strictly adhere to Maximum Retail Price (MRP) norms and operate only within authorised hours. He emphasised preventive measures to avoid any untoward incidents and reinforced the need for strict administrative discipline. All excise officers were directed to remain stationed in their respective headquarters, ensure prompt grievance redressal, and implement mandatory night patrolling by senior officials. As a measure to support coordination and officer preparedness, Mr. Meena launched the Diary-cum-Handbook of the Andhra Pradesh State Excise Executive Officers Association during the meeting. The handbook is expected to enhance operational efficiency and professional conduct across the department.
