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Crime
Excise Department raids 17 sites in Seval‑Saikhandha‑Haiderpur, arrests five after women’s complaint
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 08:15 PM
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The Madhya Pradesh Excise Department acted on a women’s grievance, raiding 17 locations in Seval, Saikhandha and Haiderpur and taking five suspects into custody.
The Excise (Abkari) Department of Madhya Pradesh launched a coordinated operation after receiving a complaint from local women alleging illegal activities. Investigators swept through 17 identified premises spread across the towns of Seval, Saikhandha and Haiderpur.
During the raids, officials seized contraband items and documented violations of state excise regulations. The action resulted in the arrest of five individuals who are suspected of being involved in the illicit trade.
Police spokesperson said the arrests were made in accordance with the department’s mandate to curb unauthorized production and distribution of alcohol. Further investigations are underway to determine the full extent of the network.
The department has urged the public to report any similar violations, emphasizing that swift enforcement will continue to protect community welfare.
During the raids, officials seized contraband items and documented violations of state excise regulations. The action resulted in the arrest of five individuals who are suspected of being involved in the illicit trade.
Police spokesperson said the arrests were made in accordance with the department’s mandate to curb unauthorized production and distribution of alcohol. Further investigations are underway to determine the full extent of the network.
The department has urged the public to report any similar violations, emphasizing that swift enforcement will continue to protect community welfare.