Poppy seeds, areca nuts smuggled from Myanmar seized by Assam Rifles in MizoramThe Shillong Times

Seizure of Poppy Seeds and Areca Nuts in Mizoram

Assam Rifles have seized 90 bags of poppy seeds and 120 bags of areca nuts, worth Rs one crore, in Mizoram, according to officials.

A defence spokesman reported that the search operation was conducted at Farlui road areas, Ruantlang, in Mizoram's border Champhai district, based on specific intelligence.

This significant recovery underscores the Assam Rifles’ zero-tolerance approach towards illicit activities in the region and its continued commitment to ensuring the law and order situation is maintained.

The seized items include:

Author's summary: Assam Rifles seize poppy seeds and areca nuts worth Rs one crore.

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