Three Liquor Smugglers Arrested with 162 Litres of Illegal Alcohol in Belaon Police Station Area
Bhagalpur/Balia: Bihar Police continue to intensify their crackdown on illegal liquor smuggling to ensure the strict enforcement of the state's prohibition law. In a major operation, Belaon Police Station in Balia arrested three alleged liquor smugglers and seized 162 litres of illegal liquor from their possession.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Jahangir Alam, Suraj Kumar Tanti, and Ram Kumar Singh. Police have confiscated the seized liquor and initiated legal proceedings against the accused under the relevant provisions of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act.
Investigators are questioning the suspects to determine the source of the liquor and its intended destination.
Operation Conducted on Secret Information
According to police officials, Belaon Police received confidential information that a large consignment of illegal liquor was being transported through the area.
Acting swiftly, a special police team was formed and surveillance was increased along the suspected routes.
During the operation, officers intercepted the suspects and conducted a search, which led to the recovery of 162 litres of illegal liquor. The three accused were arrested on the spot.
162 Litres of Liquor Seized
The recovered liquor has been seized and kept in police custody as evidence.
Officials said the packaging and type of liquor are also being examined as part of the investigation.
Police are trying to determine where the liquor originated, how it entered Bihar, and where it was intended to be delivered.
Interrogation of the Accused Underway
The arrested suspects—Jahangir Alam, Suraj Kumar Tanti, and Ram Kumar Singh—are being questioned in detail.
Investigators are trying to find out whether they are connected to a larger interstate liquor smuggling network.
Police are also verifying their criminal records and examining whether they have been involved in similar cases in the past.
Investigation into the Smuggling Network
Police officials said their objective is not only to seize illegal liquor but also to dismantle the entire smuggling network behind such operations.
The investigation will focus on identifying other individuals involved in the supply chain, transportation, storage, and distribution of the illegal liquor.
If additional suspects are identified during the investigation, legal action will be taken against them.
Strict Enforcement of Prohibition Law in Bihar
Since the implementation of complete prohibition in Bihar, the Police and Excise Department have been conducting continuous enforcement drives against illegal liquor trade.
Security and surveillance have been strengthened along the state's borders to prevent the smuggling of liquor from neighboring states.
Special raids and vehicle inspection campaigns are regularly carried out to detect and prevent illegal transportation of alcohol.
Accused Sent for Judicial Proceedings
After the initial interrogation, the three accused were produced before the appropriate court.
Following the legal formalities, they were sent for judicial custody.
Police confirmed that a case has been registered under the relevant sections of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act.
Appeal to the Public
Police have appealed to residents to report any information regarding the illegal sale, storage, or transportation of liquor.
Officials emphasized that public cooperation is essential to effectively eliminate illegal liquor trade in the state.
Special Drive Continues
Special enforcement operations are continuing not only in the Belaon Police Station area but also in other parts of the district.
Police are conducting regular vehicle inspections, surveillance, and patrols in sensitive locations and along major transportation routes.
The objective is to dismantle every illegal liquor network and ensure strict implementation of the prohibition law.
Administration's Warning
Police have made it clear that no leniency will be shown to anyone found violating Bihar's prohibition law.
Strict legal action will be taken against individuals involved in the illegal transportation, storage, sale, or smuggling of liquor.
The arrest of three alleged liquor smugglers with 162 litres of illegal liquor in the Belaon Police Station area of Balia marks another significant success in Bihar's ongoing campaign against liquor smuggling.
Police are continuing their investigation to uncover the broader network behind the operation. Officials believe further questioning of the accused may reveal additional links in the smuggling chain.
Authorities have reiterated that such enforcement drives will continue across the state to ensure strict implementation of Bihar's prohibition policy and to take firm action against those involved in illegal liquor trade.
