Sonamura Police recovered a large quantity of suspected narcotic substances, including 18 kg of dry ganja and 70 bottles of Eskuf syrup, during a routine patrol along a border road on Sunday. The seized items are estimated to be worth around Rs 9.70 lakh.
Police said the recovery was made while personnel were patrolling the areas surrounding Srimantapur, Tarapukur and UNC Nagar. During the patrol, officers noticed some suspicious articles lying unattended beside the road.
A search of the spot led to the recovery of the ganja and Eskuf syrup. No individual was found near the location at the time of the seizure.
The recovered substances were subsequently taken into custody following due legal procedures and recorded as unclaimed contraband.
Sonamura Police have initiated an investigation to ascertain the origin of the narcotics and identify those responsible for transporting or attempting to smuggle them. Surveillance and patrolling have also been intensified along the border routes to prevent the movement of illegal drugs.
