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BHAGALPUR: The Prohibition, Excise and Registration Department, Bhagalpur , has completed the auction of 13 vehicles seized and confiscated under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 , in a move aimed at ensuring the timely disposal of government-confiscated assets.
The auction was conducted at the departmental office under the supervision of a special vehicle committee constituted to ensure transparency throughout the process. The auction generated Rs 1.5 lakh for the government treasury , according to Bhagalpur district authorities.
The vehicles auctioned by the Bhagalpur Excise Department had earlier been seized and confiscated under provisions of the state's prohibition and excise law.
The auction process was conducted after the authorities completed the required legal formalities and determined the reserve prices for the vehicles.
The department also published the relevant auction notices and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on its official portal for public information ahead of the auction.
A special vehicle committee supervised the auction to maintain transparency and ensure that the disposal process followed the prescribed rules.
The committee included the:
The committee had completed the necessary legal clearances and reserve-price fixation before the public auction was conducted.
Bhagalpur DM Alankrita Pandey said the auction resulted in Rs 1.5 lakh being deposited into the government treasury .
According to the district administration, the exercise is an important step towards the effective implementation of the Prohibition and Excise Act and the proper disposal of seized and confiscated government assets in accordance with statutory provisions and the prescribed SOP.
The district administration indicated that further action would continue as per the applicable rules .
The completion of the Bhagalpur vehicle auction highlights the administration's efforts to ensure that seized and confiscated vehicles do not remain pending indefinitely and are disposed of through the prescribed legal process.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Prohibition, Excise and Registration Department, Bhagalpur |
| Vehicles auctioned | 13 |
| Legal basis | Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 |
| Auction location | Departmental office, Bhagalpur |
| Auction supervision | Special vehicle committee |
| Revenue generated | Rs 1.5 lakh |
| Beneficiary | Government treasury |
| Reserve prices | Fixed before auction |
| Auction notice/SOP | Published on official portal |
| Further action | As per applicable rules |
The auction was conducted to ensure the proper disposal of seized and confiscated vehicles in accordance with statutory requirements.
The process followed legal clearances, reserve-price fixation and publication of the auction-related notice and SOP before the vehicles were offered for auction.
Bhagalpur: The Prohibition and Excise Department in Bhagalpur will conduct a public auction of 64 vehicles seized under Bihar's prohibition law on August 5, 2026 . The auction will be held at the Prohibition Office Complex in Bhagalpur . The auction is expected to attract buyers looking for vehicles offered through a government-conducted seized vehicle auction in Bihar . Interested individuals have been asked to complete the application process within the prescribed deadline.
According to information released by the department, the vehicles included in the Bhagalpur vehicle auction 2026 were seized in connection with various cases registered under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 .
Following the completion of the required legal proceedings, the vehicles have now been cleared for disposal through a public auction in accordance with the applicable government procedures.
The list of 64 seized vehicles includes different categories of vehicles. Buyers may find bicycles, motorcycles, tempos and other vehicles among the lots scheduled to be auctioned. The department will conduct the auction according to the prescribed rules and procedures. Interested buyers are advised to check the official auction information and vehicle-related details before participating.
Those interested in participating in the Bhagalpur seized vehicle auction must submit their applications to the Prohibition Office, Bhagalpur , by August 3, 2026 . Applications submitted after the specified deadline will not be considered, according to the auction-related information released by the department.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Auction Location | Prohibition Office Complex, Bhagalpur |
| Auction Date | August 5, 2026 |
| Number of Vehicles | 64 seized vehicles |
| Vehicle Categories | Bicycles, motorcycles, tempos and other vehicles |
| Application Deadline | August 3, 2026 |
| Auctioning Department | Prohibition and Excise Department, Bhagalpur |
| Legal Basis | Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 |
| Official Website | https://bhagalpur.nic.in/ |
Detailed information about the Bhagalpur vehicle auction , including the auction procedure and other relevant requirements, can be obtained from the Prohibition Office, Bhagalpur .
The Bhagalpur District Administration's official website is also expected to provide relevant information and updates related to the auction. Prospective bidders should verify the latest official notice, eligibility conditions and auction terms before submitting their applications.
August 3, 2026: Last date to submit applications.
August 5, 2026: Public auction of 64 seized vehicles.
Prospective buyers should ensure that their applications are submitted before the deadline and carefully review all official auction conditions before participating.
