Major Drug Bust in Assam: Over ₹8 Crore Worth of Narcotics Seized
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Assam police have seized narcotics worth ₹8 crore in Sribhoomi district. The operation led to the arrest of a smuggler, with 40,000 yaba tablets confiscated. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the successful operation on social media, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crimes in the state. Legal actions are already underway against the arrested individual, marking a crucial step in the fight against drug abuse and trafficking in the region.
| Jun 18, 2025, 13:37 IST
Significant Drug Seizure in Assam
In a notable operation, authorities in Assam's Sribhoomi district have confiscated narcotics valued at ₹8 crore, leading to the arrest of an individual. This information was shared by the Chief Minister of the state, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Tuesday.
The Chief Minister took to the social media platform X to announce that the Sribhoomi police intercepted a vehicle in Sadarshi, resulting in the seizure of 40,000 yaba tablets. The apprehended smuggler is now in custody, and the necessary legal proceedings have already commenced.