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Crime
DRI Seizes 10 Kg of Illicit Liquor from Bus in Muzaffarpur, Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Muzaffarpur
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 02:36 PM
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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Muzaffarpur recovered approximately 10 kilograms of illicit liquor from a bus, with an estimated market value of about ₹10 crore. A suspect from East Champaran was arrested in connection with the case.
The DRI team in Muzaffarpur conducted a large‑scale operation that led to the seizure of roughly 10 kg of illicit liquor from a bus traveling in the region. The recovered batch is believed to be of high potency, with an estimated market value of around ₹10 crore in international markets.
The operation, carried out by trained officers, involved a thorough inspection of the vehicle’s cargo area. The seized liquor was found in sealed containers, indicating an attempt to smuggle the product for commercial distribution.
In addition to the confiscation, authorities arrested a suspect residing in East Champaran who was allegedly involved in the procurement and distribution of the illegal liquor. The arrest is part of a broader crackdown on illicit alcohol trafficking in Bihar.
The DRI has announced that the seized liquor will be destroyed in accordance with legal procedures, and further investigations are underway to trace the supply chain and identify additional conspirators.
The operation, carried out by trained officers, involved a thorough inspection of the vehicle’s cargo area. The seized liquor was found in sealed containers, indicating an attempt to smuggle the product for commercial distribution.
In addition to the confiscation, authorities arrested a suspect residing in East Champaran who was allegedly involved in the procurement and distribution of the illegal liquor. The arrest is part of a broader crackdown on illicit alcohol trafficking in Bihar.
The DRI has announced that the seized liquor will be destroyed in accordance with legal procedures, and further investigations are underway to trace the supply chain and identify additional conspirators.