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Record drug seizure in Assam: Heroin worth Rs 210 crore confiscated

07:39 AM Apr 05, 2024 IST | NE NOW NEWS
UpdateAt: 12:12 AM Apr 05, 2024 IST
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GUWAHATI: Assam witnessed its largest-ever drug bust on Thursday (April 04).

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the seizure of a Heroin consignment worth Rs 210 crore in Cachar district of the state.

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One individual has been arrested in connection with the drug haul.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the operation as a significant stride towards a "drugs free Assam".

A total of 21 kg of Heroin was confiscated in the operation in Silchar, through a collaborative effort between the STF of Assam police and Cachar district police.

Applauding the Assam police, CM Sarma noted that investigations are ongoing to dismantle the drugs supply network.

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