AR seizes Myanmar-made liquor
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, December 04 2024:
Assam Rifles foiled an illegal liquor smuggling operation in Chandel district on Wednesday by seizing 2880 bottles of fermented alcoholic beverages (apple, grape and honey lemon flavours) , all manufactured in Myanmar.
According to a PRO IGAR (S) press release, two Bolero vehicles traveling from Moreh to Ukhrul were stopped at a checkpoint at SL Zougam, Chandel district.
A thorough search of the vehicles led to the discovery of the bottles packaged in 120 boxes, and valued at approximately Rs 1,73,000.The two vehicles, along with the smuggled goods and two civilians, were handed over to Machi police for further investigation, it added.