Wildlife Smuggling Racket Busted in Nagaon; Elephant Tusks, Tiger Bones Seized

In a joint operation, Kaziranga forest officials and Nagaon police seized illegal wildlife products, including elephant tusks and tiger bones, from three individuals in Ghurghuri, Nagaon, on Wednesday night. The accused, Amar Hanse, Mahindra Borgang, and Prabin Changmai, were caught attempting to sell the smuggled items, which were transported from Karbi Anglong. Authorities suspect a larger trafficking network and have launched an investigation. The crackdown underscores the persistent threat of wildlife smuggling in Assam.