Pine nuts (chilgoza) worth over Rs12 million stolen in Wana
Chilgoza is one of the most expensive nuts in the world.
SOUTH WAZIRISTAN (DUNYA NEWS) - 23 sacks of pine nuts, or chilgoza, were stolen from a warehouse in Wana leaving a financial loss of more than 12 million rupees to the owner.
As per details, thieves with weapons in their hands entered into the warehouse by jumping its wall at 12am. They also coerced the watchmen to silent them.
According to eyewitnesses, robbers carried the sacks of chilgoza on double cabin car. They also took away mobiles and cash.
Police have launched an FIR against unknown persons on the request of affected trader.
He stressed to arrest the robbers and recover the lost dry fruit or he along with others would block Wana bypass road.
One of the most expensive nuts in the world, the edible seeds grow on pine trees – huge, straight erect trees with large stems reaching up to 75 feet in height with pyramidal-like dense foliage cover – in the wild cold of the northern areas.
A global favourite, pine nuts are served in various cuisines worldwide and are a winter favourite in Pakistan.
