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Crime
‘Dooars Rani’ nabbed in Kokrajhar after evading forest teams for hours
✍️ The Assam Tribune
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 05:36 AM
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Assam’s forest department captured the outlaw known as ‘Dooars Rani’ in Kokrajhar after a prolonged chase.
Kokrajhar district in Assam saw the arrest of a notorious figure dubbed “Dooars Rani” on Wednesday, after the individual managed to elude forest officials for several hours. The forest department launched a coordinated operation following intelligence about her whereabouts, and teams from multiple ranges pursued her through dense forest terrain.
According to officials, the suspect employed evasive tactics, moving between villages and thick undergrowth, which prolonged the chase. Despite the challenges, forest personnel used tracking methods and local assistance to close in on her location.
The operation concluded with the successful apprehension of “Dooars Rani” near the outskirts of Kokrajhar town. Authorities confirmed that she is now in custody and will face legal proceedings under relevant wildlife and criminal statutes.
The department did not disclose further details about the charges or the exact duration of the pursuit, citing ongoing investigative protocols.
According to officials, the suspect employed evasive tactics, moving between villages and thick undergrowth, which prolonged the chase. Despite the challenges, forest personnel used tracking methods and local assistance to close in on her location.
The operation concluded with the successful apprehension of “Dooars Rani” near the outskirts of Kokrajhar town. Authorities confirmed that she is now in custody and will face legal proceedings under relevant wildlife and criminal statutes.
The department did not disclose further details about the charges or the exact duration of the pursuit, citing ongoing investigative protocols.