Guwahati, 16th February: In a significant move against the illegal liquor trade, the Barama police conducted a successful raid, seizing 72 cartons of illicit alcohol from the residence and shop of Harendranath Basumatary in Badgujar village, Baksa district. The operation, led by a substantial police team under the supervision of Baksa District Superintendent of Police, Deputy Superintendent of Police, and the Officer-in-Charge of Barama Police Station, resulted in the dismantling of long-standing illegal liquor vends.
The confiscated liquor, sourced from both Bhutan and India, holds substantial value, amounting to lakhs of rupees. This crackdown deals a blow to the illicit alcohol trade that has persisted in the region for an extended period. Notably, it was revealed that Harendranath Basumatary, despite being specially abled, had been actively involved in running this illegal liquor business from his residence.
Addressing the operation, the Officer-in-Charge of Barama Police Station stated, “We conducted a raid at the premises of Harendranath Basumatary and uncovered 72 cartons of illegal liquor. Basumatary failed to produce any valid documents upon inquiry, leading to the seizure of the contraband. This operation comes at a crucial time, with impending elections, and we are committed to intensifying our efforts with further raids.”
The seized alcohol, valued at approximately Rs 82,000, has been securely brought to the Barma Police Station as evidence.
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