Assam: Police seize drugs worth Rs 110 crore in Cachar

SILCHAR: In a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking, the police in Cachar district of Assam conducted a successful operation at Loknathpur in Dholai, resulting in the seizure of illicit drugs worth a staggering Rs 110 crore.

Acting on credible information, the Assam police team executed the operation with precision, leading to the recovery of over 12 kilograms of heroin and brown sugar.

The illicit substances, concealed in leather bags and soap cases, were suspected to have been transported from a neighbouring state with the intention of distribution and sale within the region.

The seizure highlights the sophisticated methods employed by drug traffickers to evade detection and underscores the magnitude of the challenge faced by law enforcement agencies in combating the menace of narcotics.

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In connection with the operation, one individual has been apprehended, signalling a major breakthrough in dismantling the drug trafficking network operating in the area.

The apprehended suspect is currently under investigation as authorities in Assam work tirelessly to unravel the entire network and bring all those involved to justice.

As the investigation progresses, authorities remain vigilant and proactive in their efforts to root out drug trafficking networks and prevent the flow of illicit drugs into communities.

The seizure of drugs worth Rs 110 crore in Assam serves as a stark reminder of the grave threat posed by drug trafficking and the need for continued vigilance and concerted action to combat this scourge.