Boudh,( OT Webdesk) – In a significant crackdown on illegal wildlife trafficking, the Special Task Force (STF) of Odisha Police seized two elephant tusks worth an estimated ₹50 lakh and arrested a poacher on Sunday evening.
Acting on specific intelligence inputs, an STF team led by DSP Rashmiranjan Pattnaik and Inspector Jitu Mohan Bassera intercepted the accused, identified as Pramod Parida, near Telibandha Chhak around 7 PM.
During a routine search, officers discovered two ivory tusks hidden in the suspect’s possession, allegedly intended for illegal sale on the black market.
The accused was taken into custody, and the seized tusks were handed over to the Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF), Boudh, for legal proceedings under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Authorities emphasised the severity of wildlife crimes and reaffirmed their commitment to combating poaching and illegal ivory trade.
Wildlife activists praised the operation, highlighting the critical need for stronger conservation efforts to protect endangered elephants from poaching.
The STF has intensified its surveillance in sensitive areas prone to wildlife crime, ensuring strict enforcement against illegal trade.
This recent seizure underscores the ongoing battle against wildlife trafficking in India and the importance of sustained efforts in safeguarding biodiversity.
