A joint operation by the Special Operations Group (SOG) of the Guwahati City Police and Panbazar Police Station resulted in the seizure of nearly 900 litres of illicit liquor during a raid at the 3 No. Railway Gate area in the city.
The consignment — packed in 36 bags — was recovered during the operation and destroyed on the spot by officials.
Police stated that the raid was carried out as part of an intensified drive against the illegal liquor trade operating in Guwahati, with further investigation underway to identify and apprehend those behind the racket.
No arrests were immediately announced, but officials indicated that the probe is ongoing.
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