DODA, Jan. 3 -- Doda Police, during routine naka checking at Premnagar Market, apprehended a bootlegger and recovered illicit liquor from his possession.

During the checking, a police team from Police Post Premnagar, under the jurisdiction of Police Station Thathri, intercepted one person identified as Ajay Kumar S/o Sarjeet Singh R/o Dron Kerani, Premnagar. Upon search, 36 bottles (250 ml each) of JK Special Whisky were recovered from his possession.

The recovery revealed the commission of an offence under Section 48(a) of the Excise Act. Accordingly, FIR No. 02/2026 U/S 48(a) Excise Act has been registered at Police Station Thathri, and cognizance of the offence has been taken.

Further investigation into the matter is underway.

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