In a major anti-narcotics operation, the North Tripura Police and the 97 Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) seized Yaba tablets and cannabis worth an estimated ₹50 lakh from the Kadamtala area in Dharmanagar subdivision on Sunday. Acting on specific intelligence, the joint team recovered 9,750 Yaba tablets and 3 kg of cannabis during raids at two houses. However, the two accused escaped before the operation. Police have registered a case under the NDPS Act and launched a search to trace the absconding suspects and dismantle the drug trafficking network.
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Key Facts
- State: Tripura
- District: North Tripura
- Location: Ichaitulgaon village, Kadamtala, Dharmanagar subdivision
- Date: Sunday
- Operation By: North Tripura Police and 97 Battalion BSF
- Contraband Seized: 9,750 Yaba tablets and 3 kg of cannabis
- Estimated Value: ₹50 lakh
- Accused: Hafiz Ali and Abdul Hakim (absconding)
- Case Registered Under: NDPS Act
Joint Operation Targets Drug Network
The North Tripura Police and the 97 Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) carried out a joint anti-drug operation in the Kadamtala area of Dharmanagar subdivision on Sunday.
The operation formed part of the district police’s intensified campaign against narcotics trafficking. Moreover, officers acted on specific intelligence inputs before launching coordinated raids.
Yaba Tablets and Cannabis Recovered
Under the direction of North District Superintendent of Police Abhinash Rai, the joint team searched the residences of Hafiz Ali and Abdul Hakim in Ward No. 4 of Ichaitulgaon village under Kadamtala Police Station.
During the search, officers recovered 9,750 Yaba tablets and 3 kilograms of cannabis (ganja). Police estimated the black-market value of the seized contraband at around ₹50 lakh.
Accused Escape Before Police Arrive
Although the joint team recovered a large quantity of narcotics, both accused reportedly fled before officers reached their residences.
According to police, the suspects escaped after learning about the raid. Therefore, investigators have launched a search operation to trace their whereabouts and arrest them.
Case Registered Under NDPS Act
Police completed the seizure by following all legal procedures.
Subsequently, Kadamtala Police Station registered a case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. In addition, investigators are working to identify other people who may be linked to the alleged trafficking network.
Police Reaffirm Zero-Tolerance Policy
The successful operation has drawn attention across North Tripura and dealt a significant blow to suspected drug traffickers operating in the border district.
Meanwhile, SP Abhinash Rai reaffirmed the district police’s commitment to a zero-tolerance policy against narcotics.
He said surveillance would continue across vulnerable areas. Furthermore, he assured that police would conduct regular special operations to curb drug trafficking.
“The drug trade will not be allowed to flourish in North District under any circumstances. No individual involved in drug trafficking will be spared,” the SP said.
Question & Answer
What did the police seize?
Police seized 9,750 Yaba tablets and 3 kilograms of cannabis during the joint operation.
Where was the operation conducted?
The raids took place in Ichaitulgaon village under Kadamtala Police Station in North Tripura.
Who carried out the operation?
The operation was conducted jointly by the North Tripura Police and the 97 Battalion of the BSF.
Who are the accused?
Police identified the accused as Hafiz Ali and Abdul Hakim, who are currently absconding.
What action has the police taken?
Police registered a case under the NDPS Act and launched a search to arrest the accused and investigate the trafficking network.
Location Context
North Tripura shares an international border with Bangladesh, making the district strategically important for anti-smuggling and anti-narcotics operations. Consequently, law enforcement agencies regularly conduct joint operations to curb cross-border drug trafficking and protect the region from the spread of narcotics.