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A joint operation by the Cooch Behar Forest Department and the voluntary organization SPOAR led to the exposure of an alleged turtle meat trafficking racket in Cooch Behar. Acting on specific information, officials conducted a raid and arrested Bhagyadhar Roy, a resident of Kanapara, who was allegedly involved in the illegal sale of turtle meat.
According to officials, the operation was launched following a tip-off regarding the illegal trade of turtle meat in the area. During the raid, authorities detained the accused and initiated legal proceedings under provisions related to wildlife protection. The Forest Department subsequently began examining the circumstances surrounding the alleged trafficking activity.
Turtles are protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, which grants them the highest level of legal protection in India. Hunting turtles, possessing turtle meat, or engaging in the trade of turtle products constitutes a non-bailable offence under the law. Individuals found guilty of such offences may face imprisonment of up to seven years, along with fines and other legal penalties.
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