Hydeabad, April 3 -- In a significant crackdown on illegal sand smuggling, the Vigilance & Enforcement (V&E) officials of the Warangal Unit intercepted an organized interstate sand smuggling operation on the outskirts of Narayanapuram village in Sathupally Mandal of Khammam district.

Acting on credible inputs, officials conducted a surprise check and intercepted three sand-loaded tippers carrying about 100 metric tonnes of sand.

During the enquiry, it was found that the drivers belong to Bethupalli village of Khammam. The investigation also revealed that the illegal smuggling operation was organized by Dodda Srinivasa Rao and Dodda Praveen. They reportedly planned and carried out the illegal trade to earn illicit profits, causing loss t...