Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- A special 'Hasthi Sena' operation conducted in the Thirappane area of Anuradhapura, where the elephant 'Agbo' frequently roams, has led to the discovery of illegal firearms, trap guns, explosives and other equipment used for hunting wildlife.

The operation was carried out under the national 'Hasthi Sena' programme, which aims to protect wild elephants, safeguard human lives and property, and reduce human-elephant conflict.

During the operation, authorities recovered unauthorised firearms, trap guns, hakka patas, animal traps and stocks of gunpowder used for illegal hunting.

The special operation covered several areas, including Galkulama, Getamalakanda, Muriyakadawala, Periyamiyankulama, Kirindegama, Niraviya, Tha...