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Assam Rifles Seize ₹168 Crore Yaba Tablets

Major narcotics bust in Cachar, 1 held. Yaba tablets worth ₹168 crore seized.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 26 August 2026 at 10:45 pm
Assam Rifles Seize ₹168 Crore Yaba Tablets

Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), seized narcotic substances worth approximately ₹168 crore in the Cachar district.

The joint operation was conducted during the night of August 25-26 in the general area of Jujhang Pahar, Lakhipur.

The operation led to the recovery of 5,60,000 Yaba tablets weighing approximately 60 kg.

One drug peddler was apprehended and a Tata truck allegedly being used to transport the contraband was also seized.

The contraband is suspected to have originated from neighbouring Manipur and was being transported towards Assam through NH-37.

A preliminary assessment indicates that the inter-state syndicate was attempting to use the Cachar and Sribhumi districts as transit corridors for onward transport to mainland India.

The apprehended individual and the recovered items have been handed over to the authorities for further investigation and legal proceedings.

The seizure marks a major setback to the inter-state narcotics syndicate and highlights the role of coordinated operations between Assam Rifles and the DRI in disrupting narcotics trafficking routes.

This operation is a significant achievement in the fight against narcotics trafficking in the region.

The Assam Rifles and DRI have been working together to disrupt the supply chain of narcotics in the area.

The seizure of such a large quantity of Yaba tablets is a major blow to the narcotics syndicate operating in the region.

The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge in the coming days.

The operation is a testament to the effectiveness of coordinated efforts between law enforcement agencies in combating narcotics trafficking.

The seizure has significant implications for the region, as it highlights the ongoing efforts to disrupt narcotics trafficking routes.

It also underscores the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies in achieving this goal.

In conclusion, the seizure of ₹168 crore worth of Yaba tablets is a major achievement in the fight against narcotics trafficking in the region.

It highlights the effectiveness of coordinated operations between Assam Rifles and the DRI and underscores the importance of continued efforts to disrupt narcotics trafficking routes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the value of the seized Yaba tablets?

The seized Yaba tablets are worth approximately ₹168 crore.

How many Yaba tablets were recovered?

5,60,000 Yaba tablets were recovered, weighing approximately 60 kg.

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