Chikhli Balwada Bridge police spectacular bust: Vapi man arrested with massive 5.68 Lakh haul as Silvassa bootlegger goes wanted
Chikhli Balwada Bridge police personnel have once again demonstrated their relentless commitment to enforcing the strict prohibition laws of Gujarat. In a high-stakes operation conducted on the strategic National Highway 48, the local law enforcement team managed to intercept a significant consignment of foreign liquor being smuggled into the state. The crackdown, which took place near the Balwada Overbridge, resulted in the recovery of over a thousand bottles of alcohol hidden within a private vehicle. This latest success is part of a broader intensified patrolling effort aimed at choking the supply lines used by inter-state bootleggers. By successfully trapping the suspect and seizing a haul valued at over five lakh rupees, the department has sent a clear and firm message to the criminal networks operating across the borders of the Union Territories and Gujarat.
Strategic vigilance of Chikhli Balwada Bridge police on National Highway 48
The operational success of the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police is the direct result of proactive leadership and a highly organized patrol system. Under the direct guidance of Chikhli Police Inspector (PI) D.S. Korat, the local police force has been in an “action mode” to curb the increasing attempts of liquor smuggling via the Mumbai-Ahmedabad highway. The National Highway 48 is often used as a major artery for transport, and criminals frequently attempt to blend in with the heavy traffic. However, the specialized team, led by Sub-Inspector (PSI) H.H. Faldu, has been maintaining a “hawk-eyed” watch on suspicious movements throughout the day and night to prevent such illegal activities.
The dedicated staff members involved in this specific patrol included Head Constable Mahendrabhai Nebhabhai, Vijaybhai Devayatbhai, Harish Harjibhai, and Constables Ganpat Ishwarbhai and Kalpesh Satabhai. This team was strategically positioned to monitor the traffic flow near the Balwada Overbridge area. Their presence on the service roads and under the highway bridges serves as a strong deterrent, but it is their ability to act on intelligence that led to this spectacular bust. The Chikhli Balwada Bridge police have been utilizing both human intelligence and tactical roadblocks to ensure that the transit of prohibited substances remains nearly impossible through their jurisdiction.
Secret tip-off leads Chikhli Balwada Bridge police to major intercept
The breakthrough in this case occurred when the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police received a highly confidential and precise tip-off from a reliable source. The information suggested that a white-colored private car was currently in transit from the Valsad district, heading towards Navsari via Chikhli. The informant provided the exact registration number of the vehicle, identified as GJ-15-CJ-4978. Such precise details allowed PSI Faldu to prepare his team for an immediate interception, ensuring that the suspect would have no time to divert the route or hide the consignment.
Acting swiftly upon receiving the information, the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police formulated a tactical trap. They knew that the vehicle would likely pass through the Balwada Overbridge on National Highway 48. To prevent a high-speed chase that could endanger other commuters, the police team decided to set up a discrete blockade on the service road situated beneath the bridge. This strategic placement allowed the officers to monitor all vehicles exiting or merging onto the main highway without alerting the bootlegger to their presence until it was too late to escape.
Tactical operation by Chikhli Balwada Bridge police at Balwada Overbridge
The operation planned by the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police was executed with clinical efficiency. As the team waited at the service road of the Balwada Bridge, the white car matching the description provided by the informant appeared on the horizon. As soon as the vehicle with the registration number GJ-15-CJ-4978 approached the checkpoint, the officers signaled it to pull over. The driver, realizing he was surrounded by a coordinated police force, appeared visibly shaken and nervous, which further confirmed the suspicions of the officers on the ground.
The Chikhli Balwada Bridge police immediately initiated a search of the vehicle under the legal provisions of the Gujarat Prohibition Act. While many bootleggers use secret compartments or modified chassis to hide their stock, this particular suspect had arranged the liquor boxes quite openly in the back seat and the trunk (dickey) of the car. The sheer volume of the consignment indicated that this was not for personal use but was a major commercial delivery intended for local distributors. The tactical patience of the team in waiting for the exact vehicle proved to be the deciding factor in this successful seizure.
Major recovery by Chikhli Balwada Bridge police during vehicle search
Upon conducting a detailed inventory of the seized goods, the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police discovered a massive quantity of foreign liquor. The haul consisted of exactly 1,032 bottles, including both large and small varieties. The market value of this illegal alcohol is estimated to be approximately ₹2,63,520. Labels on the bottles indicated that the stock originated from a neighboring Union Territory, where liquor laws are significantly different from those in Gujarat. This confirms the ongoing challenge faced by the police in monitoring the borders with Silvassa and Daman.
In addition to the prohibited beverages, the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police also seized the transport vehicle, valued at ₹3,00,000, and a mobile phone worth ₹5,000 found in the driver’s possession. The cumulative value of the entire seizure, including the liquor, the car, and the electronic device, stands at a spectacular ₹5,68,520. All items were formally documented in a “Panchnama” (legal record) at the site of the bust. This major recovery represents a significant financial blow to the bootlegging syndicate that was funding this particular delivery.
Chikhli Balwada Bridge police arrest Ashish Patel of Vapi
The individual apprehended at the scene has been identified as Ashish Uttambhai Patel, a resident of Kocharva village located near Vapi in the Valsad district. During the initial interrogation conducted by the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police, Ashish confessed that he was tasked with transporting the liquor from the border regions towards Navsari. His arrest has provided the police with a vital link in the chain of supply that connects the source of the liquor to the end distributors in South Gujarat.
Ashish Patel now faces multiple charges under the Gujarat Prohibition Act, which carries stringent penalties for the transport and possession of alcohol. The Chikhli Balwada Bridge police are currently processing his remand to further investigate how many such trips he has made in the past. The interrogation revealed that the accused was working as a carrier for larger players in the industry, highlighting the tiered structure of these criminal organizations. By taking Ashish into custody, the police have effectively neutralized one of the active delivery nodes in the regional smuggling network.
Silvassa supplier declared wanted by Chikhli Balwada Bridge police
The most critical piece of information extracted during the interrogation by the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police concerns the source of the illegal stock. The arrested driver, Ashish Patel, revealed that the entire consignment of 1,032 bottles was supplied to him by a man named Rahul, based in Silvassa. Rahul is allegedly a prominent figure in the inter-state liquor trade, responsible for sourcing stock from the Union Territory and pushing it across the border into Gujarat’s dry zones.
Based on this confession, the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police have officially declared Rahul from Silvassa as a “wanted” criminal in this case. Specialized teams are now being coordinated to track down the supplier and understand the full extent of his operations. The focus of the investigation has now shifted from the mere carrier to the mastermind behind the supply. The police are determined to dismantle the entire network, starting from the source in Silvassa to the intended recipients in Navsari. This proactive approach ensures that the crackdown is not just superficial but targets the root of the problem.
Impact of Chikhli Balwada Bridge police action on smuggling networks
The successful operation by the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police has sent shockwaves through the local bootlegging community. National Highway 48 is a lifeline for many illegal businesses due to its massive traffic volume, but the frequent and unpredictable checks by the Chikhli police have made it an extremely high-risk route for smugglers. The “hawk-eyed” vigilance of PI D.S. Korat’s team has proven that even well-planned smuggling attempts can be thwarted by disciplined and alert policing.
Looking forward, the Chikhli Balwada Bridge police have announced that they will continue to intensify their patrolling and checkpoint operations. The district police chief has issued instructions to maintain a zero-tolerance policy against the violation of prohibition laws. The successful recovery of ₹5.68 Lakh worth of property is a clear victory for the rule of law in Navsari. The department has also appealed to the general public to stay vigilant and report any suspicious vehicles or activities to the local police station, ensuring a collective effort to keep the region safe and free from illegal substances.
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