Tripura Police officials in a dedicated effort to eradicate drug trafficking seized a significant amount of banned cough syrups valued at over Rs 2.36 crore from the Deoghar Express at Agartala Railway Station. The confiscated consignment comprised around 40,000 bottles of Eskuf and Fairdyl Cough Syrup, substances often misused as narcotics. This marks the state’s second-largest interception of such illicit cough syrups.
The seized cough syrups, containing Codeine Phosphate and Triprolidine Hydrochloride, are commonly abused as narcotic drugs in India and neighboring countries like Bangladesh. Inspector General of Police Krishnendu Chakraborty affirmed the unwavering commitment of Tripura Police, led by Director General of Police Anurag, to eliminate the drug menace and ensure a drug-free state. Despite this recent seizure being the second-largest in Tripura, authorities have consistently taken action against illegal drug trade.
Reiterating their dedication to a drug-free Tripura, police officials assured that legal proceedings are underway to bring those involved in the drug racket to justice. Chief Public Relations Officer Rajdeep Deb highlighted the interception of 39,345 bottles of suspected contraband cough syrup in a joint operation by the Government Railway Police and the Anti-Narcotics Task Force at Agartala Railway Station. The consignment was cleverly concealed inside sealed metal drums, indicating a well-planned evasion strategy.
The operation, involving the Assam Rifles and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, also led to the arrest of Subrata Deb, a 34-year-old individual allegedly linked to the illegal consignment. In a previous incident, Tripura Police, with the help of security agencies, seized a substantial amount of banned cough syrup worth Rs 5.4 crore, underscoring the persistent battle against drug trafficking in the region. Railway authorities and security agencies have frequently intercepted narcotics and contraband on trains, emphasizing the misuse of railway networks by smugglers.
