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Crime
Ujjain: Medical Student Arrested for Illegal Wildlife Parts Trade
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 03 Jul 2026, 07:46 AM
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Forest officials in Ujjain have busted an alleged illegal trade of restricted wildlife body parts, reportedly linked to superstitious practices. A shopkeeper near Harsiddhi temple was apprehended.
The Forest Department in Ujjain has reportedly dismantled an alleged smuggling ring dealing in the body parts of protected wildlife species. The operation was reportedly tied to superstitious beliefs and practices.
Acting on intelligence, authorities arrested a young man who operates a shop near the prominent Harsiddhi temple. The individual is said to be a medical student.
During the arrest, officials seized seven 'hath jodi' (a specific root believed to have mystical properties) and a mobile phone from the accused. Further investigations are underway to uncover the full extent of the operation and identify other individuals potentially involved in the illegal trade.
Acting on intelligence, authorities arrested a young man who operates a shop near the prominent Harsiddhi temple. The individual is said to be a medical student.
During the arrest, officials seized seven 'hath jodi' (a specific root believed to have mystical properties) and a mobile phone from the accused. Further investigations are underway to uncover the full extent of the operation and identify other individuals potentially involved in the illegal trade.