Assam CM Lauds Major Drug Bust in Silchar; Heroin Worth ₹5.55 Crore Seized

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared a major update on X, highlighting a successful anti-narcotics operation conducted by Cachar Police in Silchar. Acting on credible intelligence, the police intercepted a vehicle and seized 1.109 kg of heroin valued at ₹5.55 crore. One drug peddler was arrested during the operation.

CM Sarma praised the effort under the campaign #AssamAgainstDrugs, reaffirming the state’s firm stance against the drug menace.

Acting on credible intelligence, @cacharpolice conducted a decisive anti-narcotics operation in Silchar, intercepting a vehicle and seizing:

💊 1.109 kg of Heroin valued at ₹5.55 crore
👤 One Peddler Arrested#AssamAgainstDrugs pic.twitter.com/clF4dT7JGI

— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) June 27, 2025