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

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.

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.