Hyderabad, April 13 -- The Telangana Civil Supplies Department has tightened its grip on illicit LPG transactions, raiding 1,380 domestic LPG cylinders within 10 days in the state.

In view of the recent raids, the cumulative number of domestic LPG cylinders confiscated during the operation has reached over 5,000, with the figure touching 5,079 till April 13.

In addition, 70 small cylinders have also been seized during the ongoing drive. The total value of the seized stock stands at around Rs 1.5 crore.

As many as 2,089 cases have been booked against individuals indulging in illicit storage, distribution and transfer of subsidised LPG cylinders.

The enforcement drive is being carried out under the direction of Telangana chief minister ...