Massive Drug Bust: NCB Captures 524.9 kg Ganja Worth Rs 2.6 Crore in Assam
Synopsis
In a significant operation, the NCB and CRPF have arrested two traffickers and seized over 524 kg of Ganja in Assam, valued at Rs 2.6 crore. This highlights the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in the region, especially ahead of elections.
Key Takeaways
524.9 kg of Ganja seized in Assam.
Valued at around Rs 2.6 crore .
Two individuals arrested in connection with the trafficking.
Ganja sourced from Senapati district, Manipur .
NCB has intensified operations ahead of Assembly Elections .
Guwahati, March 9 (NationPress) In a collaborative effort with the CRPF, the NCB successfully apprehended two drug traffickers and confiscated 524.9 kilograms of Ganja valued at around Rs 2.6 crore, as reported by an official on Monday.
On Sunday, acting on specific intelligence, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) from the Guwahati Zonal Unit intercepted a truck in Khatkhati, Assam, in coordination with the 155 Battalion of the CRPF.
A detailed search of the vehicle resulted in the recovery of 524.9 kilograms of Ganja, estimated to hold a value of approximately Rs 2.6 crore, according to a statement from the official.
The illegal substance had been hidden in a specially designed compartment within the truck to avoid detection, the report added.
Authorities have arrested two individuals linked to this drug haul.
Initial investigations suggest that the source of this contraband is the forest regions of Senapati district in Manipur, while its intended destination was Birbhum district in West Bengal.
This incident marks the second significant seizure by the NCB's Guwahati Zonal Unit in less than a month.
Previously, on February 7, the NCB Guwahati Zonal Unit, with assistance from the 147 BN CRPF, confiscated 11.7 kg of Methamphetamine near Silchar, Assam, which was valued at approximately Rs 9.5 crore in the illegal market.
In light of the upcoming Assembly Elections in Assam and West Bengal, the NCB Guwahati Zonal Unit has escalated its operations and monitoring of drug trafficking networks in the area.
In just two months, the NCB North Eastern Region has seized drugs worth Rs 105 crore in the illegal drug market. The total number of cases registered stands at 21, with 40 arrests made. The drugs confiscated include Ganja 1036 kg, Meth 72.5 kg, Heroin 17 kg, Morphine 6.25 kg, and CBCS 13,816 bottles.
Point of View
This incident underscores the persistent challenges faced by law enforcement in combating drug trafficking in India. The collaborative efforts of the NCB and CRPF are commendable, especially in light of the impending elections, which may complicate the drug trade dynamics.
NationPress
2 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was seized during the NCB operation in Assam?
The NCB seized 524.9 kilograms of Ganja, valued at approximately Rs 2.6 crore.
How many arrests were made in this operation?
Two drug traffickers were arrested during the operation.
Where was the Ganja sourced from?
The contraband originated from the forest areas of Senapati district in Manipur.
What has prompted the NCB to increase operations?
The upcoming Assembly Elections in Assam and West Bengal have led to intensified surveillance against drug trafficking networks.
What other drugs have been seized by the NCB recently?
In addition to Ganja, the NCB has recently seized Methamphetamine, Heroin, and Morphine among others.
