The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has uncovered crucial details in the Andhra Pradesh liquor scam, tracing a money trail that suggests a scam worth ₹4,000 crore. As part of the investigation, statements from liquor manufacturers were recorded under Section 164 of the CrPC, confirming the large-scale irregularities.
One of the key revelations is how the state-controlled liquor trade forced national brands to exit between 2019 and 2024. Once the government took control, only local brands were allowed to operate, while national brands were allegedly pressured with extortion demands, making it impossible for them to continue business. This shift allowed select local brands to dominate the market.
The SIT continues to investigate the extent of the scam and how cash transactions were managed within the network.
