Tripura: Assam Rifles seizes Yaba tablets worth Rs 12.8 crores in major drug bus
These operations highlight the ongoing efforts by Assam Rifles and other agencies to combat drug trafficking in the northeastern region of India. By intercepting these illicit substances, they aim to reduce the availability of dangerous drugs and enhance the safety and security of the community.
New Delhi: In a significant anti-drug operation, Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Customs Department, seized 80,000 Yaba tablets from the Hezamara area of Tripura on Saturday. The confiscated Yaba tablets, valued at Rs 12.8 crores, were found in the West Tripura district’s Hezamara region.
Yaba: A dangerous illicit drug
Yaba, an illegal and highly addictive stimulant, is banned in India under the Controlled Substances Act. This seizure marks a crucial step in curbing the distribution and use of this potent drug in the region.This recent operation follows another major bust on July 13, where Assam Rifles apprehended three individuals and seized heroin worth over Rs 7 crore near the Nuiland-Dimapur road. According to an official release, “Acting on specific intelligence of drug movement through the Nuiland-Dimapur road, Assam Rifles set up a Mobile Vehicle Check Post (MVCP) on July 10, 2024, near the fourth mile.”
Details of the heroin seizure
During the check, Assam Rifles intercepted a vehicle and, after a thorough search, recovered 1,134 grams of suspected heroin valued at approximately Rs 7,93,80,000. The contraband was concealed in 81 plastic soap cases, meticulously hidden to avoid detection. Three individuals were arrested at the scene in connection with the smuggling activities. The seized arms, ammunition, magazines, and stores were handed over to the Nagaland Police for further investigation.
Assam Rifle's massive drive against drug menace
These operations highlight the ongoing efforts by Assam Rifles and other agencies to combat drug trafficking in the northeastern region of India. By intercepting these illicit substances, they aim to reduce the availability of dangerous drugs and enhance the safety and security of the community.
The successful seizures and arrests underscore the effectiveness of coordinated operations between different law enforcement agencies. Continued vigilance and intelligence-sharing are crucial in the fight against drug trafficking and ensuring a drug-free society.
