Nagpur :- In a major breakthrough, a joint operation by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) Nagpur and the Central Intelligence Bureau (CIB) led to the interception of a liquor smuggling racket at Nagpur Railway Station on November 17, 2024. The operation, conducted under “Operation Satark,” was based on credible intelligence from a confidential informant.
A vigilant team comprising RPF and CIB personnel was deployed to monitor the Andaman Express (Train No. 16032). During surveillance of the train’s rear general compartment at around 3:18 PM, the team identified four suspicious, heavy bags placed under passenger seats. Upon inspection, the bags were found to contain 28 bottles of foreign liquor (750 ml each), valued at approximately ₹63,000
The individuals in possession of the liquor were detained, and the seized bottles were handed over to the Excise Department, Nagpur, for further investigation. A case has been registered under relevant sections of the Maharashtra Prohibition Act, 1959 (Crime No. 418/2024).
This operation underscores the commitment of RPF Nagpur Division to curbing illegal activities and maintaining the safety and integrity of railway premises. Their proactive measures continue to safeguard passengers and uphold the law across the Indian Railways network.
