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586 Kg Cannabis Seized from Vegetable-Laden Pickup Van in Rayagada, One Arrested

Police in Rayagada district seized 586 kg of cannabis hidden in a vegetable pickup van during a special operation on Sunday. One person, identified as Biswambar Naik, was arrested while the vehicle used for transporting the contraband was also confiscated.

Published by Somesh | March 08, 2026

Police in Rayagada district seized a huge consignment of cannabis weighing 586 kg that was allegedly being transported in a pickup van carrying vegetables. The operation was carried out following specific intelligence inputs about illegal cannabis transportation from the Lamtaput area.

According to police sources, the vehicle was intercepted near Khurigaan Chhak after officers kept close surveillance in the region based on the tip-off. During a thorough search of the pickup van, police discovered 23 bags filled with cannabis weighing a total of 586 kg. The contraband had reportedly been concealed inside the vehicle along with vegetables to avoid suspicion during transportation.

The driver of the vehicle, identified as Biswambar Naik of Narangabadi village, was immediately taken into custody. Police also seized the vehicle used in the smuggling attempt.

Officials said a detailed investigation is currently underway to determine the intended destination of the cannabis consignment and identify other individuals involved in the illegal trade. Authorities are also trying to uncover the wider network behind the smuggling operation operating in the region.