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Crime
Punjab police seize 150 cartons of illicit liquor on Ambala‑Chandigarh highway
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 02:33 AM
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Police arrested a suspect carrying 150 cartons of illegal liquor on the Ambala‑Chandigarh highway near Mohali.
Punjab police reported the arrest of a man found with 150 cartons of illicit liquor on the Ambala‑Chandigarh highway, close to Mohali. The seizure was made during a routine check, and the individual was taken into custody without incident.
The confiscated liquor is unlicensed and contravenes state regulations that prohibit the manufacture, transport, and sale of unregistered alcoholic beverages. Such illegal stock often bypasses quality controls, posing health risks to consumers.
Authorities said the case will be forwarded to the district magistrate for further legal action, and a thorough investigation will be launched to uncover any wider smuggling network linked to the haul.
The police have urged the public to report any suspicious activity related to the illegal liquor trade, emphasizing that strict enforcement will continue to curb the black market.
The confiscated liquor is unlicensed and contravenes state regulations that prohibit the manufacture, transport, and sale of unregistered alcoholic beverages. Such illegal stock often bypasses quality controls, posing health risks to consumers.
Authorities said the case will be forwarded to the district magistrate for further legal action, and a thorough investigation will be launched to uncover any wider smuggling network linked to the haul.
The police have urged the public to report any suspicious activity related to the illegal liquor trade, emphasizing that strict enforcement will continue to curb the black market.