Two men were arrested for attempting to poach a leopard in the Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary in Bargarh district, Odisha, as forest officials foiled the illegal hunting bid. The forest department stated that the operation successfully prevented the poaching attempt, leading to the apprehension of the two individuals involved. Wildlife authorities launched an immediate investigation into the incident to trace potential network links connected to the wildlife crime. Officials stated that strict legal action under the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, will be pursued against the accused. Legal proceedings are currently underway as the forest department continues its inquiries into the sanctuary breach.
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