Joint probe launched into smuggling of 5 orangutans in Odisha's Balasore

A joint probe has been launched to investigate the smuggling of five orangutans in Balasore district, Odisha. The operation involves multiple agencies working together to uncover details of the illegal wildlife trafficking case.

Orangutans are endangered species protected under international wildlife conservation laws. The smuggling case highlights ongoing challenges in combating illegal wildlife trade in the region.