Nagpur Police Bust Illegal Cattle Transport; 25 Bovines Rescued
Nagpur police rescued 25 bovines and seized property worth 17.5 lakh in a raid against illegal cattle transport. One arrested, others at large.
In a decisive strike against animal trafficking, the Yashodhara Nagar police in Nagpur intercepted a major illegal cattle transport operation, rescuing 25 bovines that were being smuggled for slaughter. The operation resulted in the seizure of assets worth approximately 17.5 lakh rupees and the arrest of one suspect.
The Raid and Rescue
Acting on intelligence, police officials conducted a raid and intercepted a truck used for the illegal transport of animals. Upon inspection, authorities discovered 25 bovines crammed into the vehicle. While the police managed to arrest the cleaner of the truck, the driver and several other accomplices managed to evade capture by fleeing the scene.
Law enforcement officials have confirmed that an intensive search operation is currently underway to track down the escaped suspects and dismantle the wider trafficking ring operating in the area.
A Pattern of Crackdowns
This recent operation is part of a larger, aggressive campaign by Nagpur authorities to curb cattle smuggling. The region has seen a series of high-profile interceptions in recent days:
- October 10, 2026: Mauda police intercepted a pickup truck near the Mathni toll plaza. The vehicle had overturned after colliding with a divider, leading to the rescue of 11 cattle and the seizure of property valued at 6.1 lakh rupees.
- October 7, 2026: Yashodhara Nagar police apprehended a notorious fugitive known as Wasim, alias Shibu. Wasim was a wanted man involved in cattle smuggling and faced charges under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) after his bail was cancelled.
Strict Legal Action
The police are registering cases under the Maharashtra Animal Preservation Act and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act. However, authorities are not stopping there. Given the organized nature of these crimes, officials are currently evaluating the application of stricter legal provisions.
Specifically, the police are considering invoking the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against repeat offenders and the syndicates managing these smuggling networks to ensure a more severe deterrent against such illegal activities.