Bhubaneswar: Malkangiri police seized around 60 kg of hashish or hash oil, in a first-of-its-kind haul in Odisha, from Essar Chowk forest area in the district on Sunday.

Speaking to mediapersons, Malkangiri SP Vinodh Patil said that the market price of the seized Hashish oil would be worth nearly Rs 8 crore. “The contraband was seized following due legal procedure in the presence of a magistrate,” he said.

The highly potent narcotic substance derived from ganja plant was allegedly being smuggled from Andhra Pradesh to outside states via Malkangiri route. “This material is highly potent compared to dry cannabis. It causes paranoia and high anxiety. Smugglers find it easier to transport as it’s in liquid, condensed form,” the SP said.

Police also seized eight motorcycles from the spot. “A

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