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Crime
Assam Rifles Bust ₹5.59 Crore Meth Haul in Mizoram, Two Arrested
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 03:37 AM
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Assam Rifles seized methamphetamine tablets worth about ₹5.59 crore in Mizoram and arrested two suspects, officials said.
Assam Rifles announced that a joint operation in Mizoram resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine tablets estimated at ₹5.59 crore. The drugs were intercepted by the force's anti‑drug unit in coordination with local police, leading to the arrest of two individuals suspected of involvement.
Authorities indicated that the tablets were intended for distribution across the Northeast region, underscoring a rising challenge of narcotics trafficking in the area. The seized quantity translates to a street value of roughly 5.59 crore rupees.
The successful raid highlights Assam Rifles' expanding role in internal security and counter‑narcotics efforts within the border state. No injuries or collateral damage were reported during the operation.
Investigations are ongoing to trace the supply chain and identify any additional accomplices linked to the haul.
Authorities indicated that the tablets were intended for distribution across the Northeast region, underscoring a rising challenge of narcotics trafficking in the area. The seized quantity translates to a street value of roughly 5.59 crore rupees.
The successful raid highlights Assam Rifles' expanding role in internal security and counter‑narcotics efforts within the border state. No injuries or collateral damage were reported during the operation.
Investigations are ongoing to trace the supply chain and identify any additional accomplices linked to the haul.