Archive · 30 Sep 2026
50 Buffaloes Seized in Bengal Truck; Two Arrested
Police stopped a truck in Alipurduar, West Bengal, and found 50 buffaloes inside.
The truck was stopped near Raidhak Bridge.
Officers were conducting a checkpoint after receiving specific information.
The driver allegedly could not show the required permits or documents.
Police arrested the driver, Sagir Ahmed, and the helper, Abdul Kadir.
A case is being started under relevant laws.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the government does not allow cattle smuggling.
The buffaloes were seized during the operation.
Police in West Bengal’s Alipurduar district seized 50 buffaloes from a container truck.
The truck was intercepted near Raidhak Bridge during a naka checking operation.
Driver Sagir Ahmed, 32, and helper Abdul Kadir, 19, were arrested.
The driver allegedly failed to produce valid permits or transport documents.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said West Bengal maintains zero tolerance toward cattle smuggling.
- Who
- Alipurduar police arrested driver Sagir Ahmed and helper Abdul Kadir; Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the seizure.
- What
- Police seized 50 buffaloes from a container truck and arrested two people.
- When
- The seizure was reported on September 30, on a Wednesday; the year was not stated.
- Where
- Near Raidhak Bridge in Alipurduar district, West Bengal, during a check by Barobisha Outpost under Kumargram Police Station.
- Why
- The driver allegedly failed to produce valid permits or documents, and police had received specific information about the consignment.
- Animals seized
- 50 buffaloes
- Location
- Near Raidhak Bridge, Alipurduar district, West Bengal
- Driver arrested
- Sagir Ahmed, 32
- Helper arrested
- Abdul Kadir, 19
- Police unit
- Barobisha Outpost under Kumargram Police Station
- Alleged violation
- Transporting animals without valid permits or documents
- Government policy
- West Bengal has stated a zero-tolerance policy toward cattle smuggling