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Bihar Liquor Bust: 1,128 Litres Seized Amid Election Crackdown

In a major pre-election operation, Bettiah police seized a massive consignment of foreign liquor worth 1,128 litres. The raid was conducted based on a tip-off about illegal liquor transportation toward Ramnagar. Police arrested one smuggler while three others escaped during the midnight interception near Madhopur Sareh. Authorities have intensified enforcement to ensure compliance with election codes and maintain peaceful polling conditions.

Key Points: Bettiah Police Seize Foreign Liquor Before Bihar Polls

  • Police recovered 122 cartons of IMFL from two Bolero vehicles during midnight operation
  • One smuggler arrested while three others managed to escape the police raid
  • Joint teams from multiple agencies conducting coordinated enforcement across district
  • Strict action being taken against disruptive elements to ensure peaceful elections
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Bihar: Foreign liquor seized ahead of assembly polls

Bettiah police seize 1,128 litres of foreign liquor in major pre-election crackdown, arresting one smuggler as authorities intensify enforcement across Bihar.

"Bettiah Police is fully prepared to maintain law and order and ensure strict compliance with the Model Code of Conduct during the election period - SP Shaurya Suman"

Patna, Oct 27

In a major crackdown ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections, Bettiah Police seized a large consignment of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) during a special operation in the Gaunaha police station area early Monday.

Acting on a tip-off, police recovered 1,128 litres concealed in 122 cartons of IMFL from two Bolero vehicles and arrested one smuggler, while three others managed to flee.

According to the police, at around 12:20 AM on Monday, Superintendent of Police (SP) Shaurya Suman received information that a huge quantity of liquor was being transported toward Ramnagar.

Acting promptly, a joint team of the District Technical Branch and Gaunaha Police Station was formed under his supervision.

The team intercepted the vehicles near Madhopur Sareh, where the smugglers attempted to escape, abandoning the vehicles.

Police apprehended Neeraj Kumar, son of late Shambhu Shah, a resident of Purani Bazaar Ward No. 1, under Shikarpur Police Station in West Champaran district.

Upon inspection, the police recovered the liquor cartons and seized both vehicles.

A case has been registered under Gaunaha Police Station Case No. 159/25 against the vehicle owner, driver, and two other accused.

SP Shaurya Suman said that continuous raids and surveillance operations are underway across the district to curb illegal liquor smuggling.

"Bettiah Police is fully prepared to maintain law and order and ensure strict compliance with the Model Code of Conduct during the election period," Suman said.

To ensure a free, fair, and transparent electoral process, a joint campaign is being conducted by the District Administration, Police, Excise Department, Income Tax Department, Narcotics Control Bureau, Customs, and CM Flying Squad teams.

Strict action is being taken against anti-social and disruptive elements to maintain peace and order.

An official from the Election Commission stated that the primary goal of these measures is to ensure that voters in Bihar can exercise their right to vote freely, without any hurdles.

- IANS

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Priya S
Why is liquor prohibition still enforced in Bihar when it's clearly not working? The demand exists and smuggling continues. Maybe it's time to reconsider this policy and regulate instead of banning.
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Aman W
Election time = increased police action. Where is this vigilance during normal times? This feels more like political drama than genuine law enforcement.
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in election monitoring, I appreciate these coordinated efforts. Free and fair elections require stopping all forms of inducement, including liquor distribution to voters.
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Nikhil C
1128 litres is a huge quantity! 😮 This was definitely meant for election-related distribution. Kudos to SP Shaurya Suman and team for acting on the tip-off promptly.
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Kavya N
While I support the police action, I'm concerned about the three who escaped. Hope they're tracked down soon. These smuggling networks need to be completely dismantled, not just individual seizures.

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