Three red sanders smugglers held, 108 logs seized in Anantapur
The Red Sanders Anti-Smuggling Task Force arrested three individuals in Anantapur and seized 108 logs of red sandalwood. Authorities are currently searching for the masterminds behind the smuggling operation, which targeted markets in Delhi, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
Why it matters
Illegal logging of red sandalwood is a major environmental and economic crime in India, threatening biodiversity and fueling organized crime networks.
The Red Sanders Anti-Smuggling Task Force (RSASTF) arrested three persons from Anantapur and seized 108 red sander logs and a car valued at around ₹2 crore from them.
The article reports on a law enforcement action using official police sources without editorializing.
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