Puri: In a major breakthrough under “Operation Chakra”, the Town Police in Puri have busted an illegal arms-linked extortion racket and arrested a notorious criminal from the Bali Sahi area.
The accused, Nrusimha Subuddhi (43), a resident of Gudiasahi, was apprehended red-handed while allegedly extorting money from local vendors and passersby on Bali Sahi Road near Solakhia Baragachha. Subuddhi reportedly threatened people with a country-made pistol.
According to police, the case has been registered at Town Police Station under Case No. 143 dated 2 March 2026, under Sections 308(4)/308(5)/111(2)(b)/111(6) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), read with Section 25 of the Arms Act.
During the raid, police recovered one country-made firearm, a two-wheeler, a smartphone, and cash amounting to Rs 17,400. Preliminary investigations indicate that Subuddhi is allegedly involved in other criminal activities in the past.
Addressing a press conference, City DSP Rashmi Ranjan Mohapatra said, “Stringent action will continue against criminals involved in illegal arms dealing and extortion. Special drives under ‘Operation Chakra’ will be intensified to maintain law and order in the pilgrim town.”
The police have assured residents and visitors that strict vigil will be maintained to prevent similar incidents and ensure public safety in Puri.
