Railway Reckoning: 93 kg Red Sandalwood Seized in Mumbai Swoop

Western Railway vigilance team seized 93 kg of red sandalwood from a train at Mumbai Central. The sandalwood, a protected species known for its therapeutic properties, was hidden in suspicious parcels. The sender was apprehended, with legal proceedings underway. Regular preventative checks are being intensified.

A vigilant operation by Western Railway's vigilance team led to the seizure of nearly 93 kg of red sandalwood from a long-distance train at Mumbai Central station.

The red sandalwood, known for its rich hue and therapeutic properties, was discovered during a special check on the express train from Jaipur, according to a railway release.

The consignee responsible for the false declaration was apprehended and handed over to the Maharashtra forest department, amid intensifying preventive measures against illegal activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)