In a shocking development, Kadamba Transport Corporation has suspended its Assistant Depot Manager, Andrew Pereira, in connection with an illegal liquor transportation case that came to light on Friday. The corporation has launched an internal investigation into the matter, and further details are expected to emerge as the probe progresses.
The incident unfolded two days ago when the Prohibition & Excise Enforcement division of Medak intercepted a Hyderabad-bound bus originating from Goa at the Kamkole toll plaza. The officials, during a routine vehicle check, apprehended two individuals, Ulhas Shridhar (52), the driver, and Abasaheb (51), his aide, and confiscated 70 bottles of alcohol.
K. Raghuram, Assistant Commissioner of the Medak Prohibition & Excise Enforcement division, revealed that the arrested individuals admitted to their intention of selling the seized liquor in Telangana at inflated prices. The confiscated alcohol, consisting of various brands, was discovered on the bus owned by Kadamba Travels.
The swift action taken by the enforcement division highlights their commitment to combating illegal activities related to the transportation and sale of prohibited substances. Authorities are now conducting a thorough investigation to unravel the extent of the involvement and any potential accomplices in the illegal liquor transportation network.
Kadamba Transport Corporation has assured the public of its cooperation with the ongoing investigation and emphasized a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity within its ranks. The suspension of Assistant Depot Manager Andrew Pereira is part of the corporation’s efforts to address any lapses in compliance and ensure accountability.
As the investigation unfolds, questions regarding the corporation’s internal controls and oversight mechanisms may come under scrutiny. The authorities are determined to get to the bottom of the matter and take appropriate action against those found responsible for any wrongdoing.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by transport corporations in preventing illicit activities within their operations and reinforces the need for stringent measures to maintain the trust of the public and uphold legal standards.
