Major Ganja Seizure by DRI in Bihar
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has confiscated 105 kilograms of ganja in Bihar and apprehended two individuals in connection with the seizure. This operation underscores the agency's relentless efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.
Details of the Operation
According to officials, the DRI acted on specific intelligence and intercepted a vehicle carrying the contraband. The ganja was concealed in specially designed compartments within the vehicle. The two suspects have been taken into custody and are being interrogated to uncover the broader network involved.
Narcotics Seizure Statistics
Over the past year, law enforcement agencies in Bihar have seized narcotics worth approximately Rs 46.5 crore. This includes various drugs such as ganja, heroin, and synthetic substances. The seizures reflect a significant crackdown on illegal drug trade in the state.
Government's Anti-Drug Campaign
The central and state governments have been intensifying their anti-drug operations. The DRI, along with other agencies like the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and state police, has been conducting regular raids and surveillance. The recent seizure is part of a larger strategy to dismantle drug syndicates operating in Bihar and neighboring states.
Officials have urged the public to cooperate by reporting any suspicious activities related to drug trafficking. They also emphasized the importance of awareness campaigns to prevent drug abuse among youth.
Legal Proceedings
The arrested individuals have been booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. They will be produced before a local court, and further investigations are underway to trace the source and destination of the seized ganja.
