Hyderabad, June 18 -- In a major crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE) Force successfully conducted a high-risk inter-state operation in Odisha, resulting in the seizure of 500 kilograms of ganja believed to be destined for Telangana.

According to officials, the EAGLE Force has been maintaining surveillance in source areas known for supplying ganja to Telangana. Acting on credible intelligence, a patrolling team led by Sub-Inspector K. Ravi Prasad tracked a Bolero vehicle suspected of transporting the contraband from Balimela to Jeypore during the intervening night of June 17 and 18.

The team reportedly pursued the vehicle for nearly 80 kilometres through challenging terrain. Followi...