Assam: Massive drug bust at Badarpur Railway Station, heroin worth Rs 5 crore seized, 4 arrested

In a major breakthrough against interstate drug trafficking, the Badarpur Railway Police have seized suspected heroin valued at approximately Rs 5 crore during a late-night search operation at Badarpur Railway Station. Four individuals from Malda district of West Bengal have been apprehended in connection with the case.

According to official reports, the accused were preparing to board a Secunderabad-bound train when the police conducted a surprise inspection. During the search, officers recovered four packets containing about 2 kg and 1.62 grams of suspected heroin from their luggage.

The arrested individuals have been identified as Ujjal Mondal, Amal Mondal, Madan Mondal, and Asit Mondal, all hailing from Narayanpur in Malda district, West Bengal. Preliminary investigations suggest that the contraband was sourced locally and was being transported to West Bengal for further distribution.

Police sources informed that all four suspects are being interrogated to trace the wider supply network and ascertain the origin of the seized narcotics. The operation marks a significant success for law enforcement in the ongoing crackdown against the illegal drug trade in the region.