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NCB Seizes 7.3 Kg Heroin Near Myanmar Border, Arrests Two in Manipur

The raid underscores a sustained crackdown on cross-border narcotics trafficking after a year of stronger enforcement.

Overview

  • NCB Imphal zone intercepted a Bolero near the IndiaMyanmar border and recovered 7.31 kg of heroin concealed in 638 soap cases.
  • Two suspects from Churachandpur district, identified as Ginkhawmlian and Mangboi Simte, were arrested and will face proceedings under the NDPS Act.
  • Officials said the consignment originated in Haichin, Myanmar, and was routed through forest corridors to evade checkpoints, with the operation conducted alongside the Assam Rifles.
  • NCB noted a related interception of about 7 kg of heroin at Jiribam last month, reflecting shifting routes and benefits of inter-zonal coordination.
  • As context to continuing action, the bureau reported in 2025 that it seized 1.33 lakh kg of drugs, destroyed over 77,000 kg, arrested 994 suspects, secured 265 convictions with a 66.8% rate, obtained 37 Interpol notices, aided five deportations, and dismantled six clandestine labs.