Major Drug Bust in Assam: Yaba Tablets Worth ₹60 Crore Seized
Significant Drug Seizure in Cachar District
One person was apprehended in connection with the seizure.
Silchar, Nov 14: In a collaborative effort, the Assam Rifles and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Silchar successfully intercepted a dumper truck carrying yaba tablets valued at around ₹60 crore in Assam's Cachar district, as reported by officials.
Authorities detained one individual linked to this significant drug haul.
As per a statement from the Assam Rifles, the operation took place in the Borkhola area following intelligence reports regarding the transport of a substantial narcotics shipment from Mizoram into Assam.
The dumper truck reportedly attempted to flee when the joint team attempted to stop it, leading to a chase. Security forces managed to catch up with the vehicle after a pursuit.
A detailed search of the dumper revealed the yaba tablets, which were cleverly hidden inside a specially designed compartment within the truck to avoid detection.
The estimated market value of the seized drugs is around ₹60 crore, according to the release.
The detained individual, along with the confiscated narcotics and the truck, was handed over to DRI Silchar for further investigation and legal action.
This seizure is part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking along the Mizoram-Assam route. Further inquiries are anticipated to identify the source of the shipment, its intended destination, and the network involved in its distribution.
This marks the second significant drug seizure in Cachar within a fortnight.
Previously, on October 30, Assam Rifles and DRI Silchar confiscated 20 kg of crystal methamphetamine, estimated to be worth around ₹40 crore, at Dholai Bazar in Cachar district. Three individuals allegedly involved in the transportation of that consignment were also apprehended during that operation.
Initial assessments indicated that the previous consignment originated from Mizoram and was routed through Silchar, which is believed to be a transit hub for further distribution to mainland India.