6 arrested in major excise raid against illegal liquor trade in Koraput

05 Nov 2026, 03:08 by Baisakhi · KalingaTV

Kotpad: The Excise Department conducted a major raid against the illegal country liquor trade in Kotpad area of Koraput district. Six people were arrested following joint raids in Murtahandi and Lahanja villages by the Kotpad Excise Department.

As per reports, during the operation, officials seized and destroyed 1,950 litres of mahua wash, 151 litres of country liquor and equipment used for illegal liquor production.

Local women’s groups also actively assisted in the operation.

The raids were conducted following strict instructions from the Koraput District Collector and under the direct supervision of the District Excise Superintendent.

6 arrested in major excise raid against illegal liquor trade in Koraput

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