Odisha Sand Smuggling Exposed as Trucks Cross Into West Bengal

Odisha authorities have revealed evidence of a sand smuggling network that operates along the state's coastal regions. The operation involves trucks loaded with sand that are transported across the state border into West Bengal. Law enforcement agencies have seized several of these vehicles during routine checks. The smuggling scheme is believed to be part of a larger illegal extraction operation that bypasses environmental regulations. Investigators are continuing to trace the supply chain and identify the individuals involved.