Drugs, Ganja seized by Customs destroyed
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, June 24 2024:
Drugs and cannabis (Ganja) seized by the Customs Division, Imphal have been destroyed by setting on fire the contraband consignment at Nachdu Panthong in Bishnupur district on Monday.
According to a statement of Customs Division, Imphal; the seized drugs and cannabis were destroyed as per the directive of commissioner of customs (preventive), Shillong as part of the awareness to people in connection with International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking and keeping in tune with the objective of achieving 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' .
The destroyed drugs included 18.69 kg of Amphetamine / Methamphetamine, 3.19 kg of Heroin and 3016 kg of Ganja, the statement said, adding that the disposal was carried in the presence of chairman and members of high-level committee formed by the Customs Commissioner and local leaders.