Heroin Bust in Mizoram: Trio Arrested with Contraband

Three individuals were arrested in Mizoram's Lunglei district as heroin valued at Rs 46.92 lakh was seized. Jointly conducted by Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police, the operation led to the apprehension of B Daniel, Ujhol Chakma, and Kajala Devi Chakma. The contraband and suspects have been handed to police.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Aizawl | Updated: 03-10-2025 20:30 IST | Created: 03-10-2025 20:30 IST
Heroin Bust in Mizoram: Trio Arrested with Contraband
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In a significant anti-drug operation, three individuals have been apprehended in Mizoram's Lunglei district after law enforcement authorities seized heroin worth Rs 46.92 lakh from their possession, according to a statement by Assam Rifles released on Friday.

The operation, conducted on Thursday, was a collaborative effort between Assam Rifles and the Mizoram Police, initiated by a crucial tip-off. The joint team executed the raid in the Bazaar Veng area of Lunglei town, successfully capturing three suspects, including a woman, and confiscating 62.56 gm of heroin.

The arrested individuals, identified as B Daniel (29), Ujhol Chakma (35), and Kajala Devi Chakma (26), are believed to be from the same locality. The confiscated narcotics, along with the suspects, have been handed over to the Mizoram Police to proceed with legal action.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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