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Jehanabad, Bihar: The auction process for 27 vehicles seized by the Excise and Prohibition Department in connection with illegal liquor-related cases in Jehanabad is set to begin soon. The vehicles had reportedly been lying unused for a long period and were gradually deteriorating, prompting authorities to initiate steps for their disposal through auction.
The decision came after the District-Level Joint Valuation Committee reviewed and approved the valuation reports of all 27 seized vehicles at a meeting chaired by Jehanabad District Magistrate Chirid Y Bhutia on Wednesday.
With the committee approving the assessed values, the way has now been cleared for the e-auction or auction of the seized vehicles, subject to the applicable government rules and procedures.
The meeting was held at the District Magistrate's office, where officials from the concerned departments participated in the proceedings. During the meeting, the Motor Vehicle Inspector's valuation report for the seized vehicles was presented before the committee.
The committee examined the valuation report in detail and subsequently agreed to the assessed values of all 27 vehicles. It was decided that the vehicles would be auctioned at the approved valuation prices.
Officials also stressed that the entire vehicle auction process must remain transparent and be conducted strictly in accordance with the prescribed rules and regulations.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the District Magistrate directed the Superintendent of Prohibition and Excise Department to initiate the auction process without unnecessary delay.
The move is aimed at ensuring the timely disposal of seized vehicles and preventing them from remaining idle for years. Authorities believe that completing the auction process within a stipulated timeframe will also help ensure better utilisation of government resources and improve revenue recovery.
The 27 vehicles were seized in cases linked to illegal liquor activities and had remained in departmental custody for a considerable period. Since vehicles kept in open or storage areas can deteriorate over time, authorities have now moved to complete the disposal process through auction.
The issue of seized vehicles lying unused is not limited to the Excise and Prohibition Department. According to the report, a large number of two-wheelers and four-wheelers seized by various police stations across the district have also reportedly remained idle for extended periods.
Such vehicles can lose their value due to prolonged storage and lack of maintenance, potentially resulting in revenue losses for the government. The latest decision to auction the 27 vehicles seized by the Excise Department could therefore pave the way for similar action involving other vehicles lying unused in different government departments and police stations.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Jehanabad, Bihar |
| Department | Excise and Prohibition Department |
| Number of vehicles | 27 |
| Reason for seizure | Cases related to illegal liquor activities |
| Valuation reviewed by | District-Level Joint Valuation Committee |
| Meeting chaired by | District Magistrate Chirid Y Bhutia |
| Valuation prepared by | Motor Vehicle Inspector |
| Auction status | Approved; process to begin soon |
| Auction procedure | To be conducted as per applicable rules |
The auction process for the 27 seized vehicles is expected to start soon. However, the specific auction date, bidding procedure, vehicle-wise reserve prices and other participation details were not mentioned in the report.
Interested buyers should wait for the official auction notice from the concerned Excise and Prohibition Department or district administration for complete details before participating.
A total of 27 vehicles seized by the Excise and Prohibition Department have been approved for auction after their valuation reports were reviewed by the district-level committee.
Yes. Officials have emphasised that the auction of the seized vehicles must be conducted transparently and strictly according to the prescribed government rules and procedures.
Disclaimer: Auction dates, reserve prices, EMD requirements, vehicle details and bidding instructions should be verified from the official auction notification issued by the concerned authorities.
