GUWAHATI: The Assam police seized a large consignment of illegal foreign liquor worth ₹9 lakh during a routine vehicle check on Sunday night, November 24. The incident took place in the Khakarajan area under Borpathar police station of Golaghat district .
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The truck was transporting the liquor disguised as food cartons, and was en route from Lakhipur, Guwahati, to Kahimal when it was intercepted.
Upon inspection of the vehicle, authorities discovered around 300 cartons of foreign liquor concealed within the cargo.
Three people who were travelling with the cargo have been detained, and are currently under interrogation as the investigation continues.
Police and excise officials are also working to determine the origin and intended recipients of the illegal consignment.