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MP Police Trace Rail Route of Protected Turtles Destined for Pet Markets
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 28 Jun 2026, 05:16 AM
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Madhya Pradesh police are investigating the rail route used to transport protected turtles, believed to be destined for international pet markets.
Authorities in Madhya Pradesh have initiated an investigation into the railway network being utilized for the illegal trade of protected turtle species. The police are actively mapping the specific rail routes involved in this operation.
This initiative by the Madhya Pradesh police aims to disrupt the supply chain of these endangered animals. The turtles are reportedly being transported via train, with intelligence suggesting their final destination is the global pet market.
The investigation seeks to identify all individuals and networks involved in the smuggling of these protected species through the rail system.
This initiative by the Madhya Pradesh police aims to disrupt the supply chain of these endangered animals. The turtles are reportedly being transported via train, with intelligence suggesting their final destination is the global pet market.
The investigation seeks to identify all individuals and networks involved in the smuggling of these protected species through the rail system.