May 17th 2024.
In the bustling town of Rourkela, things have been heating up since the announcement of the dates for the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha. As the residents eagerly await the election on May 20 for the Sundargarh Lok Sabha constituency and its corresponding Assembly segments, the Excise department has been hard at work to ensure a fair and safe voting environment.
The department has launched a massive crackdown on individuals involved in the illegal sale of liquor and drugs. And their efforts have not been in vain. According to officials, the crackdown has resulted in 515 cases being registered between March 16 and May 11, with 441 arrests made in connection to the illegal trade.
Not only have they apprehended individuals, but they have also seized large quantities of drugs and alcohol. The department's jurisdiction covers the town of Rourkela, as well as the Biramitrapur municipality and Bonai sub-division. In their efforts, they have confiscated 15,546 litres of country liquor, 2.36 quintals of fermented 'mahua', 195 litres of 'fake' foreign liquor, and significant amounts of beer and Indian-made foreign liquor. All of these seized items have been destroyed, as per the officials.
In addition to the liquor and drugs, the department has also confiscated 22.14 kilograms of cannabis. And with the impending election, they anticipate more seizures to come. As Excise Department inspector S Pradhan shared, "With polls just around the corner, we expect more seizures. We have been on our toes even before the election dates were announced."
Their efforts have not only focused on the contraband items, but they have also taken action against the vehicles used for their transportation. This proactive approach by the Excise department demonstrates their dedication to maintaining law and order in the town of Rourkela and its surrounding areas. As the election draws near, the department remains vigilant in their efforts to create a safe and fair environment for all.
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