In yet another success in its crusade against smuggling activities, Assam Rifles, recovered 25.4 grams of Heroine no 4 worth Rupees 17.78 lakh in general area Zote, Champhai on 01 November 2023.
The operation was carried out by a combined team of Assam Rifles and Excise and Narcotics Department, Champhai based on specific information. The entire consignment of Heroin No 4 worth Rupees 17,78,000/- (Rupees Seventeen lakh seventy eight thousand only) has been handed over to Excise and Narcotics Department, Champhai for further legal proceeding.
Ongoing smuggling of contraband items is a major cause of concern for the state of Mizoram and India. Assam Rifles rightly christened as the ‘Sentinels of Northeast’ have continued their efforts against illegal smuggling and has also doubled its efforts to nab the kingpins of the smuggling of contraband items in Mizoram.