Indian Security Forces Seize Large Cache of Unripe Bananas Smuggled from India into Nepal
Summary
Indian security forces seized 1860 cartons of unripe bananas smuggled from India into Nepal near the Rautahat and Bara border area. The seized bananas were found abandoned along the border and hidden in orchards and tarpaulins.
Key Points
- Indian Border Security Force seized a large quantity of unripe bananas smuggled into Nepal near Rautahat-Bara border.
- A joint operation near INB border pillar 356-3 in Pithwa village led to the discovery of the bananas.
- Initially, 43 cartons were found abandoned after individuals fled from the border team.
- A total of 1860 cartons weighing approximately 13.5 kg each were seized from a mango orchard and Banswadi area.
- The seized bananas were handed over to the Jharokhar Police Post for further action.
