East Khasi Hills police conducted vice raids against illegal liquor in various areas during the Durga Puja celebrations.
A huge haul of 102.910 ml of IMFL, 260 litres of indigenous alcohol and 15, 100 ml of beer were seized in these raids.
Superintendent of Police (City) Vivek Syiem said raids were conducted at Paltan Bazar, Jeep Stand, Mawblei area, Khlieh lew, Meat Market, Mawlonghat, Urkaliar, Laitumkhrah Market, Mawbah, Jhalupara and Polo Market.
He said vigorous patrolling for the safety of the public as well as to prevent untoward incidents was ensured in the city, during the festivities.
