Assam: Elephant Tusk Smuggling Ring Busted In Bamunigaon, Two Arrested

GUWAHATI: In a major crackdown against wildlife trafficking operation, Guwahati’s Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has successfully intercepted and seized approximately 14 kilograms of elephant tusks in Khatira, Bamunigaon.

Based on the intelligence inputs, the operation conducted led to the recovery of the contraband. Further, two individuals believed to be key players in the illegal trade were subsequently arrested.

As part of the ongoing inquiry, the seized tusks are currently being examined in detail by the Bamunigaon Range Forest Officer. Officials confirmed the arrest of Suren Rabha, a 52-year-old resident of Borbakra, Chhaygaon, and Sankar Boro, 48, hailing from Chakrapani, Boko, both located within the Kamrup district of Assam.

Authorities revealed that they arrested the two individuals while attempting to sell the elephant tusks illegally. “We have initiated legal proceedings against them, and further investigation will determine the full extent of their involvement,” the range forest officer told the media. Now, the emphasis is on exposing the network behind this illicit activity and trade and identifying any other individuals or groups involved.

The arrested individuals have been charged under stringent provisions of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, specifically Sections 39(10, 5), 40(1, 2, 2B), 44, 48A, and 49, all of which are punishable under Section 51 of the Act.

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