Vizianagaram Police Bust Major Ganja Smuggling Ring, Seize 55 kg Worth Rs 10 Lakhs

• Vizianagaram police intercepted a car at Rangarayapuram Junction, seizing 55 kg of ganja valued at Rs. 10 lakhs.
• Three accused, Sonai Rajababu, Nanjai Hanthal, and Sanjeeb Kumar Mahanti, were arrested; two acted as 'pilots' on a scooter.
• The ganja was purchased in Odisha and destined for Visakhapatnam; main accused Rajababu has prior ganja cases.
• Police also seized a car, a scooter, and three cell phones in the operation.
• SP A.R. Damodar confirmed ongoing investigation under NDPS Act, financial probe, and efforts to apprehend key Odisha suppliers Pinku and Dada.

Key Questions Answered

What are the penalties for drug trafficking in India?

Penalties for drug trafficking in India are governed by the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.

Could this drug network extend beyond Odisha and Visakhapatnam?

Yes, the drug network appears to extend beyond Odisha and Visakhapatnam. Investigations are underway to identify additional suspects and dismantle the supply chain.