Odisha Excise Department Arrests Mother and Son in Brown Sugar Case

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The Odisha Excise Department arrested Lokanath Paikaray and Mami Paikaray, a mother and son, after a raid in Khordha district on Wednesday. Officials said they seized about 460 grams of brown sugar, valued at Rs 46 lakh, in the presence of an Executive Magistrate.

The raid followed information about alleged trafficking in the Khordha Town police station area. A scooter and Rs 7,000 in cash were also seized. Authorities alleged that the pair had been involved in the trade in Shakti Nagar for some time. Further investigation was under way.

The Indian Opinion

The report mainly presents the authorities’ account, while the allegations have not been tested in court. The stated market value may vary and does not by itself establish the scale of any wider network. The presence of an Executive Magistrate indicates a recorded procedure, but it does not prove guilt. Conclusions should await further investigation and the legal process.

Source: odishatv.in

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