Over 1,800 litres of concealed liquor recovered; four arrested as police step up election-time enforcement
In a major crackdown just days before polling, police in Assam’s Cachar district seized a large consignment of illegally transported liquor during a late-night operation near the Meghalaya border. The action underscores heightened vigilance by authorities to prevent unlawful activities that could influence the electoral process.
The operation was carried out on Monday night at Digar Khal by a team from Gumrah Police, acting on specific intelligence inputs. Officials intercepted two trucks carrying cement that were travelling from Meghalaya towards Mizoram. Upon conducting a thorough search, police discovered that the vehicles were being used to smuggle liquor concealed beneath cement bags.
A total of 401 cartons of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) were recovered from the trucks. The seized consignment amounted to approximately 1,804 litres of liquor of various brands, with an estimated market value running into several lakhs of rupees. Authorities said the liquor had been deliberately hidden to evade detection at checkpoints along the route.
Four individuals were arrested in connection with the illegal transportation. They have been identified as Aslam Uddin Barbhuiya and Faruk Islam from Kalain Bhairabpur, Junaid Ahmed from Brahmangram, and Dildar Hussain from Natanpur. Police officials confirmed that all accused are currently in custody and are being questioned as part of the ongoing investigation.
According to Gumrah Police Outpost in-charge Pranab Milli, the operation was part of intensified surveillance measures ahead of the elections. He said the police are closely monitoring inter-state movement, particularly along border areas, to curb the smuggling of liquor and other illegal goods during this sensitive period.
Illegal distribution of alcohol has long been a concern during elections in several parts of the country, often linked to attempts to influence voters. In response, authorities typically enforce stricter checks and deploy additional personnel to ensure compliance with the Model Code of Conduct.
The latest seizure highlights the persistent challenge of preventing illicit trade across state borders and the methods used by smugglers to bypass enforcement. Officials indicated that further investigation is underway to identify the source of the liquor and any larger network involved in its distribution.
With elections approaching, law enforcement agencies have reiterated their commitment to maintaining strict vigilance and taking swift action against violations, aiming to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process.
Input & Images : Hindusthan Samachar
Edited by Madhusudhan Reddy
Last Updated on: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 11:10 am by Madhusudhan Reddy | Published by: Madhusudhan Reddy on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 11:10 am | News Categories: Trending, General