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Toddies shops in the UK serving food must now be licensed by the food safety department, or face legal action for breaches of hygiene regulations.
Authorities are investigating potential wider distribution networks and considering the cancellation of the shop's trade licence.
Excise officials seized banned intoxicants valued at approximately £50,000 during Operation Thunder in Kumily, discovering contraband in two workshops.
Kochi's drug syndicates now use digital payments and discreet 'dead drops' for contactless transactions, inspired by fictional portrayals, making investigations challenging.
Kerala launched 'Operation Shuddhi' to enforce toddy shop regulations after hygiene violations and illicit sales were reported, with inspections and sample testing to ensure compliance.
Kerala's Excise Minister stated the government will decide on low-alcohol beverage sales after finalising its new liquor policy, with tax structures only applicable if permitted.
The operation was led by Mananthavady Circle Inspector M Dileep, along with the Excise team stationed at the Tholpetty check post.
The arrest was made during 'Operation Hotspot 2.0', a special drive targeting drug smuggling at interstate borders during the election period.
Ajith Kumar IAS was removed as Excise Commissioner and B Ashok was posted as Principal Secretary, Sainik Welfare department.
A case has been registered under Section 22(c) of the NDPS Act, which deals with offences involving commercial quantities of psychotropic substances, said officials.
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