In a bold move orchestrated by the Special Intelligence Squad of the CG NSCDC, an illegal bunkering site was neutralized today through a meticulously planned raid in the coastal region.
The operation aimed at disrupting unlawful activities involving the refining and trafficking of petroleum products.Under the cloak of night, the expertly trained team swiftly descended upon the covert operation, nestled deep within the mangrove swamps.
Upon arrival, they uncovered a newly constructed large vessel alongside improvised storage facilities, signaling ongoing illicit operations.
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As the operation unfolded, enforcement officers confiscated approximately 9,000 litres of illicitly refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as diesel.
This seizure underscores the magnitude of the illicit enterprise and its potential adverse effects on the fragile ecosystem.Additionally, various equipment utilized in the illegal refining process, such as makeshift distillation units and storage containers, were seized by the team. The dismantling of this operation represents a significant setback for the criminal syndicate responsible for perpetuating the underground trade in petroleum products.
