Assam: 41 LPG cylinders seized in Guwahati raid, police suspect illegal syndicate

Guwahati: A police team in Guwahati, Assam raided a house in the Hatigaon area of the city on Sunday and recovered a staggering 41 domestic LPG cylinders.

The location identified as house number 27 in Shahnagar was found to be the den of a major unofficial and illegal gas cylinder operation syndicate.

It has been expected to be run by the occupants of the house.

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During the raid, the police seized the 41 cylinders and detained one individual, identified as Mainul Haque.

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While investigations are ongoing, the large quantity of seized cylinders suggests a potentially significant illegal LPG dealing ring.

The police are currently investigating the case.