Main Accused In Much Talked About Barang Gangrape Case Of 1999 Arrested

Cuttack: Biban Biswal, the main accused in the Barang gangrape case of 1999 has been arrested by the police informed the Twin City Police Commissioner Sudhansu Sarangi in a press meet today.

The accused has been arrested from Pune in Maharashtra said the CP.

Biban had changed his name as Jalandhar Swain and was working as a plumber at Aamby Vally in Pune.

An operation called- ‘Silent Viper’ had been launched to nab Biswal, added the CP in the presser held today.

“We have succeeded in our plan and  did what the CBI could not do. His arrest is a remarkable achievement for Odisha police,” said Sarangi.

The incident had been much talked about in Odisha. It had affected the political scenario of the State.