Yaba worth Rs 7 crore seized in Tripura's Khowai, two apprehended

Yaba worth Rs 7 crore seized in Tripura's Khowai, two apprehended

Assam Rifles and DRI arrested two men and seized 70,000 Yaba tablets worth Rs 7 crore in Tripura. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region.

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Yaba worth Rs 7 crore seized in Tripura's Khowai, two apprehended
Story highlights
  • Operation took place early June 1 in Teliamura, Tripura
  • 70,000 Yaba tablets worth Rs 7 crore seized from modified WagonR
  • Two suspects from West and North Tripura arrested during the raid

The Assam Rifles and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Tripura launched a joint operation against narcotics smuggling, recovering 70,000 Yaba tablets from a vehicle in Teliamura of Tripura's Khowai district on June 1 morning.

The approximate market value of the seized narcotics is estimated to be Rs 7 crore in the international market.

The contraband was being carried in a WagonR bearing registration number TR 01-BL-0337. 

Two individuals were apprehended during the operation namely Shamal Majumdar, resident of West Tripura, Tripura and Malaya Debnath, resident of North Tripura District. 

Apprehended individuals, along with the recovered narcotics, were handed over to the DRI for further investigation and legal proceedings.

This operation underscores Assam Rifles’ continued efforts in combating drug trafficking and maintaining security in the region.

Edited By: Avantika
Published On: Jun 02, 2025
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