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Patna News

The Times of India

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Smugglers outsmart prohibition with innovative tricks

Bihar's liquor ban has only sparked ingenuity among smugglers. They're now disguising alcohol shipments in ambulances, SUVs with secret compartments, even cleverly masked within watermelons and oil tankers. The enforcement agencies face a relentless challenge, yet a bolstered police presence is leading to increased confiscations and ongoing cat-and-mouse games.

22 Apr 2026 11:51 pm