The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) in Chhattisgarh has taken significant action in an ongoing probe into suspected irregularities in the state’s liquor distribution system. Authorities have seized three vehicles that were allegedly connected to a private distillery operating in Kumhari, located in Durg district. These vehicles are believed to have been actively used for transporting liquor outside the authorized supply chain.

Illegal Part-B Liquor Supply Network Exposed

Preliminary findings suggest that the seized vehicles were part of a structured system involved in the unauthorized movement of “Part-B” category liquor. Instead of following the official distribution mechanism, the liquor was allegedly delivered directly to selected government-run liquor shops. This bypassing of regulatory channels is suspected to have caused serious financial and administrative irregularities.

Digital and Physical Evidence Strengthens Case

Investigators report that both digital records and physical evidence have been collected during the probe. These materials indicate repeated use of specific transport vehicles operated by trusted intermediaries. The pattern suggests an organized attempt to avoid surveillance and maintain secrecy in the supply chain.

Earlier Actions Reveal Wider Network

This is not an isolated action. Earlier enforcement operations in Bilaspur and Mungeli districts had already resulted in the seizure of around 16 vehicles linked to similar allegations. The expanding number of seizures indicates that the network may be spread across multiple districts with coordinated operations.

Scrapped and Altered Vehicles Under Scanner

Officials have also found indications that some vehicles may have been scrapped or modified after being used in the alleged illegal supply chain. These actions are now being separately investigated to determine whether there was an attempt to destroy or hide critical evidence.

Ongoing Investigation and Future Action

Authorities have confirmed that the investigation is still in progress. More arrests and disclosures are expected as the probe deepens into the multi-layered network. Officials have stated that strict legal measures will be taken against all individuals found involved in the case.