Assam's Karbi Anglong Police destroy drugs worth Rs 48.34 crore in major anti-narcotics drive

In a major crackdown on narcotics, Karbi Anglong Police on June 26 destroyed seized drugs and psychotropic substances worth an estimated Rs 48.34 crore at a designated disposal site along 9 Mile, Manja Road.

The destruction was carried out after completing all legal formalities in the presence of Additional Superintendent of Police Partha Protim Saikia, district administration officials and senior police officers.

The destroyed contraband had been seized during various anti-drug operations conducted across Karbi Anglong district. The haul included 160 bottles of cough syrup, 800.240 kg of cannabis (ganja), 4,884.91 grams of heroin, 32.19609 kg of morphine, 9.49058 kg of poppy straw and 58,859 intoxicating tablets.

According to the police, the total market value of the destroyed narcotics is estimated at around Rs 48.34 crore.

Speaking on the occasion, Additional SP Partha Protim Saikia reaffirmed Assam Police's zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking and substance abuse, stating that anti-narcotics operations will continue with full intensity to dismantle drug networks and ensure a drug-free society.