Illegal Liquor Storage and Transportation Racket Busted by Siliguri Police

Illegal Liquor Storage and Transportation Racket Busted by Siliguri Police

On June 10, 2026, acting on a specific tip-off, Pradhan Nagar P.S police team conducted raid at the residence of one Bhola Yadav at Debidanga under the jurisdiction of Pradhan Nagar Police Station.

During the operation, police recovered and seized nine large water drums containing a substantial quantity of liquor, including beer and whisky.

Four persons, namely (i) Dibakar Ray (42 years), (ii) Dipangshu Kumar (27 years), (iii) Amit Kumar (26 years), and (iv) Pankaj Kumar (20 years), all residents of Bihar were apprehended in connection with the case.

Preliminary enquiry revealed that the accused were allegedly engaged in the illegal storage and transportation of liquor to Bihar for wrongful financial gain.

A case has been registered at Pradhan Nagar Police Station under the provisions of the Bengal Excise Act. The search, seizure, and arrest procedures were carried out in accordance with the prescribed legal guidelines. Further investigation is in progress.