Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the state Police, apprehended two drug peddlers in Mizoram, seizing 3.518 kg of morphine. Acting on specific intelligence, security forces intercepted a vehicle in the Ngopa area, recovering the contraband worth Rs 3.5 crore. The arrested individuals, Kasim and Mukeem Ali, along with the narcotics and the vehicle, were handed over to the police for further investigation.
The successful operation highlights Assam Rifles’ dedication to combating smuggling and eliminating the drug trade in Mizoram. Mizoram’s vulnerable borders with Myanmar and Bangladesh make it a target for cross-border smuggling activities. Myanmar’s Chin state is a significant hub for trafficking narcotics and other contraband into Mizoram.
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has consistently urged the public, especially the youth, to reject drugs and actively participate in the fight against drug abuse. Last year, the Mizoram government conducted a four-month operation to prevent drug smuggling, particularly from Myanmar, with the support of law enforcement agencies and civil society organizations.
