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Haryana Bolsters Security and Support for Liquor Vend Auction Bidders

District officers have been directed to meet bidders, creating profiles of habitual troublemakers to maintain constant surveillance.

Misra said the state government will not tolerate any form of threat or interference in the liquor auctions. (HT Photo)

Overview

  • Additional Chief Secretary Sumita Misra chaired a law-and-order review to coordinate security measures across seven districts.
  • Police and intelligence units have been ordered to map suspected miscreants and monitor suspicious movements near auction sites.
  • Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police must hold direct dialogues with potential bidders to address any safety concerns.
  • The state government warned that officers found negligent or complicit in interference will face strict departmental action.
  • Opposition parties highlighted reports of gangster threats in areas like Yamunanagar that have hindered contractor participation.