Major Drug Haul in Silchar: Police and Assam Rifles Seize Contraband Worth Rs 14 Crore
In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Cachar Police and Assam Rifles conducted a successful joint operation in Assam's Silchar district on Thursday, resulting in the seizure of a substantial quantity of drugs with an estimated black-market value of approximately Rs 14 crore.
Operation Details and Seizure
Acting on specific intelligence inputs, the joint team launched an anti-drug operation in the Tolengram area under the jurisdiction of Lakhipur police station. During the meticulously planned raid, authorities recovered about 1.88 kilograms of suspected heroin, which was cleverly concealed in 154 soap cases. Additionally, the operation led to the confiscation of approximately 10,000 Yaba tablets, a potent stimulant drug that has been increasingly prevalent in the region.
Arrest and Investigation
One individual was apprehended in connection with the drug haul. The accused has been identified as Xavien Vife, a resident of Jiribam in the neighboring state of Manipur. Preliminary investigations conducted by the police suggest that the contraband was being transported from Manipur and was likely intended to be smuggled further using the Barak river route, a known conduit for illegal activities in the area.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Probe
A formal case has been registered under relevant sections of the law, and authorities have emphasized that further investigation is actively underway. The focus of the probe is to trace the supply chain and identify other individuals who may be involved in this extensive drug racket. This operation underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat the menace of drug trafficking in the northeastern region of India.
The successful seizure highlights the critical role of inter-agency cooperation and intelligence-led operations in disrupting narcotics networks. As the investigation progresses, more details are expected to emerge regarding the broader implications of this bust on regional drug trafficking patterns.
