Odisha Crime Branch to Travel to Indonesia for Orangutan Smuggling Probe

The Odisha State Forensic Team (STF) is set to travel to Indonesia this week to probe a case of alleged orangutan smuggling that is believed to involve individuals from the state. The team will work closely with Indonesian wildlife authorities and local law‑enforcement agencies to trace the smuggling route and gather forensic evidence.\nThe investigation follows reports that a number of orangutans were seized at an Indonesian port, with suspicions that they were smuggled from India. The STF will also seek to identify any Indian nationals or intermediaries involved in the operation.\nOdisha officials have expressed confidence that the international cooperation will help dismantle the smuggling network and ensure the animals are returned to their natural habitat. The team is expected to return to Odisha with a comprehensive report on the findings.