Assam Rifles recovers Areca nuts worth Rs. 46,79,200/- in Champhai

AIZAWL: In yet another success in its crusade against smuggling activities, Serchhip Battalion of 23 Sector Assam Rifles, under the aegis of Headquarters Inspector General Assam Rifles (East), recovered 240 bags of Areca Nuts approximate cost of Rs 46,79,200/- in General Area Melbuk - Champhai, Champhai on 22 September 2021.

The operation was carried out by a joint team of Assam Rifles and Customs Department, Champhai based on specific information.

The approximate cost of the recovered Areca Nuts is Rs 46,79,200/-. As the Customs Department, Champhai, Dist Champhai seized the contraband items on 22 Sep 2021 for further legal proceedings, stated a press release.

Ongoing smuggling of drugs is a major cause of concern for the state of Mizoram, especially along the India-Myanmar Border. Assam Rifles, rightly christened as the 'Sentinels of Northeast' have continued their efforts against the smuggling activities in Mizoram.

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