Delhi: ANTF Shahdara apprehends liquor supplier; 1,200 quarters of illicit liquor seized

NEW DELHI: The Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of Shahdara District Police on Tuesday has achieved a major breakthrough against illegal liquor smuggling by apprehending a liquor supplier and recovering 1,200 quarters of illicit liquor intended for illegal distribution in Delhi. Police also seized a car allegedly used for transporting the contraband.

According to police officials, the operation was carried out following specific Intelligence inputs received by ANTF/Shahdara on May 15. The information suggested that an individual identified as Anand would arrive near J&K Block, Dilshad Garden, under the jurisdiction of Police Station Seemapuri, around 7:30 P.M. in a white Hyundai Xcent car to deliver a consignment of illicit liquor.

The Intelligence further indicated that a substantial quantity of illegal liquor could be recovered if a timely raid was conducted.

After verification of the information, a dedicated raiding team comprising SI Dheer Singh, ASI Shokinder, HC Vikas Malik, HC Rajesh Kumar, HC Pankaj Kumar, HC Vedpal, and Constable Arjun was constituted under the leadership of Inspector Vinod Kumar, In-charge of ANTF/Shahdara. The operation was conducted under the supervision of ACP Vivek Vihar and the overall guidance of DCP Shahdara.

During the operation, the police team laid a trap near Main Road, J&K Block, Dilshad Garden, and successfully apprehended the accused. Upon checking the vehicle, police recovered a large quantity of illicit liquor concealed for illegal supply in Delhi. The recovered liquor and the vehicle were seized and taken into police custody.

Subsequently, a case vide FIR No. 337/2026 dated May 16, 2026, under Sections 33 and 58 of the Delhi Excise Act, was registered at Police Station Seemapuri.

During interrogation, the accused allegedly disclosed the identities of several individuals involved in the supply of illicit liquor. Police said further raids are being conducted to identify and apprehend other members of the supply chain and receivers involved in the illegal trade.