Assam Rifles seize brown sugar worth Rs 68.2 lakh in Cachar, one arrested

Assam Rifles seize brown sugar worth Rs 68.2 lakh in Cachar, one arrested

The Radhanagar Battalion of Assam Rifles and Lakhipur police station conducted a successful operation in the general area of Binnakandi in Cachar district.

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Assam Rifles seize brown sugar worth Rs 68.2 lakh in Cachar, one arrestedAssam Rifles seize brown sugar worth Rs 68.2 lakh in Cachar

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, the Radhanagar Battalion of Assam Rifles and Lakhipur police station conducted a successful operation in the general area Binnakandi, under Lakhipur police station in Cachar District of Assam on Friday, seizing 97 grams of Brown Sugar valued at Rs 68.2 lakhs.

Acting on credible information, the joint team apprehended one civilian along with a bike in connection to the illicit drug trade. 

The seized contraband and the vehicle were subsequently handed over to the Lakhipur police station in Cachar District on Friday for further investigation and legal proceedings.

The coordinated efforts of Assam Rifles and the local police underline their commitment to creating a drug-free society. 

Also Read: Assam police seize heroin and methamphetamine in Cachar, two arrested

This successful operation demonstrates the efficacy of collaborative initiatives in combating the illegal drug trade within the region.

On January 29, an operation led by the Cachar district police resulted in the confiscation of 460 grams of Methamphetamine and 1.531 kg of heroin.

Furthermore, the police also apprehended two suspected drug peddlers with a consignment.

The operation was based on intelligence received, which prompted the police to intercept a vehicle coming from a neighbouring state at Loknathpur, Bhaga, Dholai. 

The vehicle contained 50 soap boxes containing heroin and methamphetamine tablets hidden in secret chambers.

Edited By: Atiqul Habib
Published On: Feb 03, 2024
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