Confiscated drugs burned
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal/Bishnupur, June 27 2024:
In support of the state government's War on Drugs campaign, Unit 21 of Arambai Tenggol burned 50 kg of marijuana and 20 grams of heroin seized from different areas under their jurisdiction, on Thursday.
Women activists from different villages such as Ngaikhong Khunou, Keinou, Yumnam Khunou, Oinam, Irengbam, Leimaram and Heinoubok were also present and witnessed the disposal of drugs done in front of media at the office premises of AT Unit 21, Oinam.
According to AT unit commander Biju, they, along with local Meira Paibi Lups, carried out drives against drugs in their area of jurisdiction recently and confiscated the substances.
They will continue such drives, he said while urging for public support.
Oinam Apunba Meira Paibi Lup secretary Ch Anoubi expressed concern over the impact of drug abuse in the society, especially among the youth, and assured support to the drive against drugs.
She also called for concerted efforts in fighting the menace of drugs.