Women protest illegal liquor trade in Bhadrak village, submit complaint at police station
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Women in Odang village under Agarpada police limits in Bhadrak district have raised their voices against the alleged illegal sale of liquor, citing growing family disputes caused by alcohol consumption. Following their written complaint, police called the alleged liquor seller to the police station, where a mutual understanding was reportedly reached.
Bhadrak, Nov 11: Women in Odang village under Agarpada police station limits in Odisha's Bhadrak district have raised their voices against the alleged illegal sale of liquor in their village, expressing concern over growing family disputes and unrest caused by alcohol consumption.
Fed up with the alleged illegal liquor trade and its impact on family life, members of local Self-Help Groups (SHGs), along with MBK (Master Book Keeper), CRP (Community Resource Person) and women ward members, came together and approached Agarpada Police Station to seek action against the liquor business.
The women visited Agarpada Police Station and met Sub-Inspector Ivarani Parida, to whom they submitted a written complaint highlighting the alleged illegal liquor trade in Odang village.
According to the women, the unauthorised sale of liquor in the village had been creating serious problems within families. They alleged that several men consumed alcohol and subsequently created disturbances at home, leading to tensions and domestic unrest.
Fed up with the alleged illegal liquor trade and its impact on family life, members of local Self-Help Groups (SHGs), along with MBK (Master Book Keeper), CRP (Community Resource Person) and women ward members, came together and approached Agarpada Police Station to seek action against the liquor business.
The women visited Agarpada Police Station and met Sub-Inspector Ivarani Parida, to whom they submitted a written complaint highlighting the alleged illegal liquor trade in Odang village.
According to the women, the unauthorised sale of liquor in the village had been creating serious problems within families. They alleged that several men consumed alcohol and subsequently created disturbances at home, leading to tensions and domestic unrest.
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The women demanded intervention to stop the alleged illegal liquor business and restore peace in the village.
Following the receipt of the written complaint, Agarpada Police reportedly took immediate steps and called the alleged liquor seller to the police station.
According to reports, a mutual understanding was eventually reached at the police station based on conditions put forward by the women.
The development highlights the collective efforts of village women and local community representatives to address social issues and demand action against the alleged illegal liquor trade.
Also Read: Food safety department conducts raids on hotels and food stalls in Bhadrak's Charampa
In a separate incident, Banta Police in Bhadrak district arrested a 32-year-old man and seized 8.65 grams of suspected brown sugar during a vehicle-checking operation near Sakhipatana Chhak.
Police reportedly stopped a Honda Unicorn motorcycle during routine patrolling and vehicle checking after suspecting the rider's activities.
Following the receipt of the written complaint, Agarpada Police reportedly took immediate steps and called the alleged liquor seller to the police station.
According to reports, a mutual understanding was eventually reached at the police station based on conditions put forward by the women.
The development highlights the collective efforts of village women and local community representatives to address social issues and demand action against the alleged illegal liquor trade.
Also Read: Food safety department conducts raids on hotels and food stalls in Bhadrak's Charampa
In a separate incident, Banta Police in Bhadrak district arrested a 32-year-old man and seized 8.65 grams of suspected brown sugar during a vehicle-checking operation near Sakhipatana Chhak.
Police reportedly stopped a Honda Unicorn motorcycle during routine patrolling and vehicle checking after suspecting the rider's activities.
The arrested person was identified as Ratan Das alias Ratu, son of Kalandhi Das, a resident of Kantapada village under Tilo in Banta police station limits.
During the operation, police seized 8.65 grams of brown sugar, a Vivo mobile phone and Rs 1,300 in cash from his possession. A case was registered at Banta Police Station under Case No. 326/2026. The accused was arrested and subsequently forwarded to court.
Banta Police Station Officer-in-Charge Suprakash Mohanty said that action against such illegal activities would continue.
During the operation, police seized 8.65 grams of brown sugar, a Vivo mobile phone and Rs 1,300 in cash from his possession. A case was registered at Banta Police Station under Case No. 326/2026. The accused was arrested and subsequently forwarded to court.
Banta Police Station Officer-in-Charge Suprakash Mohanty said that action against such illegal activities would continue.
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