MP Police Inspector Killed During Illicit Liquor Raid

Madhya Pradesh police inspector Dilip Puri was killed Monday in Dewas district after being struck by a truck he intercepted for suspected illegal liquor smuggling. The driver, identified as Gajendra Rawat, fled the scene after also injuring a constable. Authorities discovered over 1,800 liters of illicit liquor hidden in a secret chamber within the vehicle, which was being transported from Harda district toward Gujarat. Police have since arrested the truck owner, Kairam Singh Changod, and key network operator Rahul Jaiswal. Investigations continue into the organized smuggling ring, with officials seeking the driver and further suspects involved in the illicit trade.

Editor's note: Strong reporting of the incident and legal aftermath. It correctly identifies the victim and the arrested parties while maintaining brevity.