Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), has conducted a series of anti-narcotics operations across Tripura and Mizoram, seizing drugs worth more than Rs 38 crore and arresting multiple suspects, officials said.
In the latest operation, carried out late on January 24, security personnel intercepted a Tata truck on National Highway 8 in Tripura’s Khowai district based on specific intelligence inputs. A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of 1,60,000 Yaba tablets, estimated to be worth Rs 16 crore. One person, a resident of Sribhumi district in Assam, was arrested. The truck used for transportation was also seized, and further investigation is underway.
Earlier, in Mizoram’s Champhai district, Assam Rifles launched an operation following credible intelligence on cross-border drug trafficking. At Ngur village, troops intercepted a person riding a Kenbo motorcycle. A detailed search resulted in the seizure of 2.2 kg of methamphetamine tablets, a psychotropic substance with an estimated international market value of Rs 6.6 crore. The accused, identified as Lalhmangaihzuala, was arrested and later handed over to the Excise and Narcotics Department, Champhai, for further legal action.
In another operation in the same district earlier this week, Assam Rifles intercepted a suspicious two-wheeler. The rider and pillion fled on being challenged. A subsequent search of the abandoned vehicle led to the recovery of 2.057 kg of Heroin No. 4, valued at approximately Rs 15.42 crore, along with a mobile phone. The seized items were handed over to the local police for investigation.
Officials said the coordinated operations highlight Assam Rifles’ sustained efforts to dismantle drug trafficking networks in the Northeast, particularly ahead of Republic Day, when security across the region remains on high alert.
