Madhya Pradesh Officials Suspended Over Negligence in Illegal Liquor Case

Bhopal, November 2 (Daily Kiran) : In Bhopal, the Madhya Pradesh Excise Department has suspended Assistant District Excise Officer Amar Singh Waghel due to negligence in handling an illegal liquor transport case in the Khatgaon area of Devas district. The suspension took effect immediately following preliminary investigations that revealed failures in his supervisory and inspection duties.

Waghel was stationed in the Timarni circle of Harda district at the time of the incident. Alongside him, two constables, Arun Kumre and Krishanpal Singh Dodiya, were also suspended for their roles in the matter.

Additionally, the Harda collector has revoked the licenses of three liquor shops operated by licensee Patendra Jaiswal in Timarni. These establishments are located on Sodalkpur Road, Rahatgaon, and Harda Road.

This action follows a serious incident involving the illegal transport of liquor in Khatgaon. Officials indicated that the initial investigation pointed to negligence in monitoring and inspection, which allowed these illegal activities to occur.

The Excise Department has made it clear that any negligence in fulfilling responsibilities related to curbing illegal liquor trade will lead to strict actions against involved officials and staff. The suspensions of Waghel and the two constables are effective immediately, and further investigations are underway.

Authorities are examining the entire sequence of events and the administrative oversights that led to this case. The revocation of the liquor shop licenses is also part of the administrative response to the situation.

Officials reiterated their commitment to combat illegal liquor operations and ensure accountability at all levels. They indicated that further actions may be taken if additional irregularities are discovered during the ongoing investigation.