Measures taken to check illegal sale of liquor in Poonch

Poonch, Sep 08: In a decisive move to prevent the misuse of alcohol in the upcoming Assembly elections, the Election authorities have launched an intensive inspection drive across Poonch district, focusing on surprise inspections and stringent vigilance to combat the illegal distribution of alcohol.

Bharat Ramchandra Andhale, the Election Expenditure Observer for the Poonch Haveli constituency, spearheaded the effort by conducting a series of surprise visits to wine shops and storage facilities in Poonch town to discourage illegal storage and supply of liquor.

This initiative aimed to address the growing concern about alcohol being used as an incentive to sway voters.

Andhale's surprise inspections targeted various wine shops within the Haveli Assembly constituency to verify stock levels and ensure no excess inventory was being stocked for illicit purposes. His visits sent a strong message that the ECI is taking a zero-tolerance stance on alcohol misuse during elections.