Rudraprayag police have arrested 2 accused in separate cases involving alleged illegal liquor trafficking and reported the recovery of 32 bottles from them.
The action was carried out by personnel from the Gaurikund police outas part of enforcement against the sale and trafficking of illegal liquor. Police identified the arrested accused as Kamal Dev Thapa and Laxman Singh.
Recoveries in 2 cases
Police reported recovering 14 bottles of McDowell's from Kamal Dev Thapa. In the second case, officers recovered 18 bottles of Royal Stag from Laxman Singh.
Together, the 2 recoveries totalled 32 bottles of liquor. The cases were treated separately, and the recoveries were linked to the respective accused.
Police registered cases against both accused under the Excise Act. The department said the required legal action was taken after the arrests and recoveries.
The operation forms part of Rudraprayag police's continuing campaign against the sale and trafficking of illegal liquor. The available police information does not provide further details about the alleged supply route, the exact locations of the recoveries or any court proceedings.
Reader impact
The action is relevant to residents and visitors in the Gaurikund area because it concerns enforcement against the reported movement and sale of illegal liquor. Any further development will depend on the legal process in the 2 registered cases.
Conclusion
Rudraprayag police arrested Kamal Dev Thapa and Laxman Singh in 2 separate cases, recovered 32 bottles of liquor and registered cases under the Excise Act. Police said their campaign against illegal liquor sales and trafficking will continue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many people were arrested?
2 accused were arrested in separate liquor-related cases.
Q. Where did the police action take place?
The action was carried out by the Gaurikund police outin Rudraprayag district.
Q. How many bottles were recovered?
Police reported recovering a total of 32 bottles.
Q. What was recovered from Kamal Dev Thapa?
Police reported recovering 14 bottles of McDowell's from Kamal Dev Thapa.
Q. What was recovered from Laxman Singh?
Police reported recovering 18 bottles of Royal Stag from Laxman Singh.
Q. Which law was used to register the cases?
Cases were registered against both accused under the Excise Act.
