Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Guntur Police Conduct Drive Against Open Drinking
The police in Guntur conducted a special operation to stop people from drinking alcohol in public places.
They checked many areas like parks, bus stands, and roads.
They registered cases against 17 people and booked 147 petty cases.
The police warned that drinking in public is against the law and disturbs peace.
They also said they will keep doing these operations regularly to keep the public safe, especially women and children.
Liquor shop owners who let people drink around their shops will also face legal action.
Guntur police conducted a special drive against open drinking from 7 pm to 10 pm on Saturday.
17 FIRs and 147 petty cases were booked against individuals consuming alcohol in public.
Key areas inspected included junctions, wine shops, vacant plots, parks, bus stands, railway stations, and deserted roads.
Police counselled detained persons about the illegality of public drinking and its impact on public peace.
SP Vakul Jindal warned that acts disturbing public peace will not be tolerated and emphasized safety for women and children.
- Who
- Guntur district police
- What
- Special drive against open drinking
- When
- Saturday from 7 pm to 10 pm
- Where
- Guntur district
- Why
- To ensure public safety and peace, especially for women and children
Law Enforcement Perspective
Public Consumption Advocates
Public Safety
Law Enforcement Perspective
Police believe open drinking disturbs public peace and order, especially affecting women and children.
Public Consumption Advocates
Advocates argue that public consumption should be regulated rather than prohibited to reduce black market sales.
- Date
- Saturday
- Time
- 7 pm to 10 pm
- FIRs Registered
- 17
- Petty Cases Booked
- 147
- Key Areas Inspected
- Junctions, wine shops, vacant plots, parks, bus stands, railway stations, deserted roads
- Legal Action Against
- Individuals consuming alcohol in public and liquor shop owners permitting public consumption