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Crime
Dewas TI Dileep Puri Killed in Illegal Liquor Smuggling; Liquor Shop Owner Arrested
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 04:31 PM
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A transport inspector died after being run over by a truck during an illegal liquor operation in Dewas, prompting the arrest of the Ayshar shop owner Karam Singh.
Transport Inspector Dileep Puri lost his life in Dewas when a truck involved in an illegal liquor smuggling operation ran over him. The incident was reported to local police, who immediately secured the scene and began a probe into the illicit trade.
Police investigations led to the arrest of Karam Singh, the proprietor of the Ayshar liquor outlet suspected of facilitating the smuggling. In addition, licensing authorities revoked the permits of three liquor shops in Harda district linked to the case.
Further disciplinary action was taken against officials of the state excise department: one senior officer and two security guards were suspended pending inquiry. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities vowing to clamp down on unlawful alcohol trafficking in the region.
Police investigations led to the arrest of Karam Singh, the proprietor of the Ayshar liquor outlet suspected of facilitating the smuggling. In addition, licensing authorities revoked the permits of three liquor shops in Harda district linked to the case.
Further disciplinary action was taken against officials of the state excise department: one senior officer and two security guards were suspended pending inquiry. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities vowing to clamp down on unlawful alcohol trafficking in the region.