Assam CM announces ‘ruthless’ anti-drugs drive

Assam CM announces ‘ruthless’ anti-drugs drive

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma launches a stringent anti-drug campaign, emphasizing improved inter-State cooperation to combat trafficking.

Driving road roller over seized narcotics, Himanta Biswa Sarma kicks off massive anti-drug campaign

According to Assam Police, seized narcotics worth Rs 472.51 crore are being destroyed in different parts of the state

Assam is being used as a transit route for illegal drugs trade, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Assam is a transit route for illegal drugs originating from Myanmar. The state has destroyed drugs worth Rs 473 crore recently. Police found drug peddlers use women and children to carry heroin. There is political consensus for strict action against drug cartels. Border points and technology will intensify the fight against drug trafficking.

Assam Govt Destroys Drugs Worth Rs 472.51 Crore; CM Himanta Vows Intensified Crackdown on Narcotics

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The programme was held at the 14th Assam Police Battalion, Daulasal, where the Chief Minister also participated in the destruction process by driving a road roller over the seized substances. India News | Assam Govt Destroys Drugs Worth Rs 472.51 Crore; CM Himanta Vows Intensified Crackdown on Narcotics.

Himanta Sarma Uses Road Roller, Destroys Seized Drugs Worth Rs 472 Crore

The destroyed drugs included 39.068 kg of morphine, 79.770 kg of opium, 58.877 kg of heroin, 0.0471 kg of cocaine, and 37,796.34 kg of cannabis (ganja).

Assam government to strengthen anti-drug measures over next five years, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma