Boudh STF Seizes Over Quintal of Ganja, Two Traders Arrested
The Special Task Force (STF) of Odisha Police seized 1 quintal and 14 kilograms of ganja during a raid near the regulated market committee godown close to National Highway‑57 at Purunakatak in Harabhanga block, Boudh district.
Acting on a tip‑off, the STF team conducted the operation in the presence of Magistrate Sandeep Dhal, Additional Tahasildar of Harbhanga, Revenue Inspector of Purunakatak, and Panchayat PEO.
The contraband was packed in multiple packets, weighed, and documented before being taken into custody.
Two traders involved in the illegal trade were arrested on the spot. Authorities confirmed that further investigation is underway to trace the supply chain and identify others linked to the racket.
