Collector Siddharth Komal Singh Pardeshi took serious note of the increasing illicit liquor trade in the district. The Collector instructed Excise Department authorities to check the menace and take stern action against the guilty.
According to sources, Pardeshi asked the Excise Department authorities what action they have taken so far to stop illicit liquor sale in the villages and even in city areas. There were complaints that liquor was being supplied in the dhabas and restaurants while the bootleggers supply illicit liquor in rural areas.
He said that the Excise Act has been amended in the State and instructed the officials to strictly follow the rules. Pardeshi told the officials to inspect the permit of liquor shops and take physical verification of their stocks.
The Collector said that consumption of liquor on the roads and public places besides putting adverse impact particularly on the children. He said that the liquor shops must open and close according to the timings fixed for them.
The Collector said that the trend has already spoiled the peaceful atmosphere in the city which would not be tolerated any more. Stern action would be taken against the officials violating the norms or not following the new Excise Policy, he said.
He asked the police to take action against boozers consuming liquor in public places.