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In a major anti-drug operation, authorities in Assam seized heroin valued at approximately ₹3 crore during a late-night interception in Kamrup district on Tuesday. Two individuals from Manipur have been arrested in connection with the case. The operation was carried out jointly by the Special Task Force (STF) of Assam Police and Kamrup Police at Amingaon, following specific intelligence inputs. Key Announcements / Highlights Heroin worth around ₹3 crore seized in Kamrup district 25 soap cases containing approximately 350 grams of heroin recovered Narcotics concealed inside vehicle door panels Two accused from Manipur’s Churachandpur district arrested Investigation underway to trace supply chain and network Official StatementPolice officials said the contraband was recovered from a Maruti Ertiga vehicle that was intercepted during a targeted operation. The narcotics had been hidden inside the door panels, suggesting a deliberate attempt to avoid detection. The arrested individuals have been identified as Lamminthang Haokip (29) and Gingkholal Haokip (31). Authorities confirmed that legal action has been initiated against them under relevant laws. The operation was supervised by STF Additional Superintendent of Police Kalyan Kumar Pathak. Context / BackgroundAssam has been a key transit point in drug trafficking routes in the Northeast, often linked to cross-border smuggling networks. Law enforcement agencies have intensified efforts in recent years to curb the movement of narcotics through the region. Heroin is commonly trafficked in small, concealed packages—often referred to as “soap cases”—to facilitate easier transport and evasion. Such operations are part of a broader crackdown by state authorities to dismantle organised drug networks. Public ImpactDrug trafficking poses significant risks to public health and safety, particularly among youth populations. Seizures of this scale are aimed at disrupting supply chains and reducing the availability of illegal substances. The arrests may also help investigators uncover larger trafficking networks operating across state and international borders. ConclusionThe seizure highlights ongoing efforts by Assam Police to combat narcotics smuggling in the region. Officials said further investigation is underway to identify the origin and intended destination of the seized heroin, with the possibility of more arrests as the probe progresses. Input & Images : Hindusthan Samachar
