In a continued drive against drug menac, Assam Rifles carried out an operation against illicit ganja cultivation in general area of Boxanagar, located approximately 41 km south of Agartala, Tripura.

The operation was conducted jointly with the Forest Department, Agartala, wherein approximately 1.75 lakh ganja saplings spread over an area of 50 acres were destroyed. The estimated market value of the destroyed contraband is Rs 25.72 crore.

The operation highlights effective intelligence led action and close coordination between Assam Rifles and civil authorities in curbing illegal narcotics cultivation. 

Assam Rifles remains resolute in its commitment to eliminate drug menace and safeguard the youth and society from the harmful effects of narcotics