Agartala, January 10: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched a series of simultaneous raids at seven locations across Tripura on Friday, targeting individuals and entities suspected of financial irregularities and links to drug trafficking networks.
The operation, which began early in the morning, saw heavy deployment of security forces to ensure law and order during the search and seizure activities.
According to official sources, the raids are part of an ongoing investigation into money laundering and illegal drug trade in the region.
The ED teams are reportedly scrutinizing documents, digital evidence, and other materials that could provide leads in dismantling a suspected nexus involving drug traffickers and financial offenders.
While details about the specific locations remain confidential, sources hinted that urban centers like Agartala, Nandannagar and Natunnagar areas are under scrutiny due to their known vulnerabilities to drug trafficking activities.
The raids come amidst growing concerns over Tripura’s increasing role as a transit point for illicit drug trafficking between neighboring states and countries. Authorities have been under pressure to crack down on organized crime rings operating in the region.
More details about the ongoing operation are awaited as the ED continues its investigation.
