ED Conducts Raids in Arunachal Over Alleged Liquor Smuggling Network

Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at nine locations across Arunachal Pradesh in connection with an alleged interstate liquor smuggling and money laundering racket.

The raids were carried out in towns including Itanagar, Naharlagun, Seppa, Ziro, and Namsai under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The investigation is linked to multiple FIRs filed by Assam Police regarding illegal liquor transportation into Assam.

Officials said the network allegedly used proxy licences and fake permits to divert liquor meant for Arunachal Pradesh to other states. During the searches, the ED seized around ₹40 lakh in cash and recovered several suspected fake excise department seals. Further investigation is ongoing.