Odisha Busts Ganja Smuggling Ring

Seven people have been arrested by the Odisha Excise Department for allegedly attempting to smuggle ganja from Gajapati district to Mumbai. The officials seized three cars, mobile phones, and approximately 160 kg of ganja, valued at Rs 50 lakh. Investigations are still ongoing.

In a significant crackdown, Odisha Excise Department officials arrested seven individuals on charges of attempting to smuggle ganja from Gajapati district to Mumbai.

Among the arrested, three hail from Maharashtra. Officials confiscated three cars, mobile phones, and around 160 kg of ganja, with an estimated market value of Rs 50 lakh.

Deputy Superintendent Srutikant Rout stated that further investigations are in progress to identify potential accomplices in the illicit trade.