Ganja ‘rolls’ sold under the guise of chicken rolls in Bhubaneswar, accused arrested

02 Nov 2026, 14:45 by Subadh Nayak · KalingaTV

Bhubaneswar: Drug smugglers have found yet another unique technics to carry out their business in the state Capital city, Bhubaneswar. A drug trader has been arrested by the police today for selling ganja rolls under the disguise of chicken rolls at a fast-food stall.

One Harekrushna Badatia, a native of Ganjam area, has opened a fast-food stall at the Khandagiri Square where he was preparing and selling different kinds of fast-food. A huge crowd also used to gather at his food stall. However, Harekrushna was allegedly selling ganja ‘rolls’ under the guise of chicken rolls.

The matte came to the light when a team of Maitri Vihar police intercepted Harekrushna while he was transporting ganja (cannabis) on a scooty today. During inspection, cops found 21 kg of ganja, following which they arrested him along with the cannabis.

Police said Harekrushna used to procure the cannabis from Kandhamal district and sell it at his fast-food stall in the capital city using this unique, deceptive technique.

Further probe into the matter is underway.

Ganja ‘rolls’ sold under the guise of chicken rolls in Bhubaneswar, accused arrested

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