{"id":137405,"date":"2025-04-18T17:00:04","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T11:30:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assamtimespost.in\/?p=137405"},"modified":"2025-04-18T17:00:04","modified_gmt":"2025-04-18T11:30:04","slug":"assam-police-uncover-massive-drug-syndicate-seize-1-5-lakh-yaba-tablets-in-bold-operation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.assamtimespost.com\/?p=137405","title":{"rendered":"Assam Police Uncover Massive Drug Syndicate, Seize 1.5 Lakh YABA Tablets in Bold Operation"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Assam Police<\/span><\/strong><\/a> successfully dismantled a major drug syndicate in the Kandigram area under the Badarpur Police Station on Thursday. This action led to the seizure of an astonishing 150,000 YABA tablets and the arrest of two individuals, as confirmed by official sources on Friday.<\/span><\/h4>\n
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Assam Police Uncover Massive Drug Syndicate, Seize 1.5 Lakh YABA Tablets in Bold Operation:<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Sribhumi Police conducted this decisive operation following credible intelligence inputs. The focus was on intercepting a large consignment of YABA, a highly addictive psychotropic substance often linked to illegal drug networks in the region. The police\u2019s swift action neutralized a key operation of the syndicate, marking a substantial victory in Assam\u2019s fight against drug-related crime.<\/span><\/p>\n

The two individuals apprehended during the raid are believed to be central figures in the syndicate, according to authorities. Ongoing investigations aim to uncover the full scope of the network, potentially leading to further arrests and disruptions in the drug trade. This operation is part of a broader effort by Assam\u2019s law enforcement agencies to clamp down on drug trafficking, which has been a persistent challenge in the region.<\/span><\/p>\n

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to his official account on the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, to commend the police for their success. \u201cCrushing the drug syndicate. Sribhumi Police just wrecked a major drug ring in the Kandigram area under Badarpur PS. 150,000 YABA tablets snatched, 2 people arrested,\u201d he stated. His acknowledgment reflects the importance of this victory in the broader context of Assam\u2019s ongoing anti-drug initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Chief Minister further praised the Assam Police, saying, \u201cKudos to @assampolice,\u201d reinforcing his appreciation for their diligence and effective action. The police\u2019s efforts are viewed as a strong message against drug operations that threaten the social fabric of the state.<\/span><\/p>\n

This operation is not only a tactical win but also a significant morale booster for the law enforcement agencies involved. It underscores the commitment of Assam\u2019s authorities to safeguard the community and deter illegal activities. The public acknowledgment from the Chief Minister serves to highlight the hard work and dedication of the police forces in keeping the state safe.<\/span><\/p>\n

The dismantling of this syndicate comes at a time when there\u2019s a rising global concern about drug trafficking and its social impacts. Assam\u2019s proactive measures thus contribute to wider regional efforts to curb the spread of illicit substances, positioning the state as a proactive front in this critical fight.<\/span><\/p>\n

This article is categorized under Assam, Northeast News, and Top News, reflecting its importance and relevance to readers interested in regional developments and law enforcement activities. The decisive actions taken by the Assam Police serve as a reminder of the persistent issues surrounding drug trafficking and the continuous need for vigilance and proactive law enforcement strategies.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In a significant operation against drug trafficking, the Assam Police successfully dismantled a major drug syndicate in the Kandigram area under the Badarpur Police Station on Thursday. This action led to the seizure of an astonishing 150,000 YABA tablets and the arrest of two individuals, as confirmed by official sources on Friday. The Sribhumi Police […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":137406,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":{"format":"standard","jnews_video_option_group":[[]],"override":[{"template":"1","parallax":"1","fullscreen":"1","layout":"right-sidebar","sidebar":"default-sidebar","second_sidebar":"default-sidebar","sticky_sidebar":"1","share_position":"bottom","share_float_style":"share-monocrhome","show_share_counter":"1","show_view_counter":"1","show_featured":"1","show_post_meta":"1","show_post_author":"1","show_post_author_image":"1","show_post_date":"1","post_date_format":"default","post_date_format_custom":"Y\/m\/d","show_post_reading_time":"1","post_reading_time_wpm":"300","post_calculate_word_method":"str_word_count","show_zoom_button":"1","zoom_button_out_step":"2","zoom_button_in_step":"3","show_post_tag":"1","show_popup_post":"1","number_popup_post":"2","show_post_related":"1","show_inline_post_related":"1"}],"image_override":[{"single_post_thumbnail_size":"crop-715","single_post_gallery_size":"crop-500"}],"trending_post_position":"meta","trending_post_label":"Trending","sponsored_post_label":"Sponsored by","disable_ad":"0","subtitle":"News Desk:"},"jnews_primary_category":[],"jnews_social_meta":[],"jnews_override_counter":{"view_counter_number":"0","share_counter_number":"0","like_counter_number":"0","dislike_counter_number":"0"},"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2},"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[200],"tags":[44099,44102,44100,44101],"class_list":["post-137405","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-assam","tag-assam-police-uncover","tag-in-bold-operation","tag-massive-drug-syndicate","tag-seize-1-5-lakh-yaba-tablets"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":157356,"url":"https:\/\/www.assamtimespost.com\/?p=157356","url_meta":{"origin":137405,"position":0},"title":"Patharkandi Seizure : Drug Peddler Arrested with Rs 4 Crore Yaba","author":"News Desk","date":"August 24, 2026","format":false,"excerpt":"Police arrested an alleged drug trafficker, identified as Enam Uddin, in Patharkandi and seized Yaba tablets reportedly valued at around Rs 4 crore. 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