In a significant crackdown on illicit narcotics, law enforcement officials in Doboka, Hojai district, have arrested two alleged drug peddlers and confiscated a substantial amount of heroin. The arrests, which took place following a targeted operation, mark another step in Assam's ongoing battle against the pervasive drug menace.
According to police sources, the two individuals were apprehended based on specific intelligence. The operation led to the recovery of several packets containing heroin, though the exact street value and weight are yet to be officially disclosed. The suspects are currently undergoing interrogation as authorities work to uncover the broader network involved in the drug trade within the region.
The Hojai district, like many parts of Assam, has been a focus area for anti-narcotics operations, with police intensifying their efforts to dismantle supply chains that often link to larger inter-state and international syndicates. This latest seizure underscores the persistent challenge posed by drug trafficking and the state's commitment to eradicating it.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has repeatedly emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards drugs, urging police forces across the state to maintain relentless pressure on peddlers and suppliers. Such operations are crucial in curbing the flow of narcotics, which devastate communities and impact the youth of Assam. Further investigations are underway, and more details are expected to emerge as the case progresses.
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