Assam Rifles Continue Crackdown on Smuggling: Seize Heroin Worth Rs 2.06 Crore in Champhai, Mizoram

Mizoram, India - November 4, 2023: In an unwavering battle against smuggling activities, Assam Rifles made a significant seizure on November 3, 2023, recovering a staggering 295.28 grams of heroin with an estimated street value of Rs 2.06 crore in Champhai district of Mizoram.

Reliable sources indicate that a collaborative effort between Assam Rifles and the Excise and Narcotics department led to the discovery of the illicit substance, which was found in the possession of a Myanmar national. The individual in question has been apprehended by security officers, and the necessary legal procedures have been set into motion.

Simultaneously, both the entire consignment of Heroin No. 4, valued at Rupees 2,06,69,600 (or Rupees Two Crore Six Lakh Sixty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Only), and the accused party have been handed over to the Champhai branch of the Excise and Narcotics Department. This transfer marks the commencement of further legal proceedings in connection with the seizure. 

This operation represents a significant blow to the illegal drug trade and underscores the relentless dedication of Assam Rifles and allied departments in maintaining law and order in the region. The ongoing crackdown on smuggling activities continues to demonstrate the commitment to curbing illegal operations that threaten the social and economic well-being of Mizoram and its neighboring areas.