Assam Rifles carried out a major anti-narcotics operation on **28 January 2026** in the general area of **Boxanagar**, approximately **41 km south of Agartala**, in **Sepahijala District, Tripura**, dealing a significant blow to the illegal drug trade in the region.
Acting on specific and credible intelligence inputs, a column of Assam Rifles launched a well-coordinated operation in close collaboration with the **Sepahijala District Police**, **Tripura State Rifles**, and the **Forest Department**. The joint team conducted extensive searches in difficult terrain and successfully detected large-scale illicit cultivation in the area.
During the operation, **approximately 1,45,000 ganja saplings** being illegally cultivated across an area of more than **58 acres** were identified and completely destroyed on the spot, in accordance with established legal procedures. The seized and destroyed contraband is estimated to have a market value of around **₹14.5 crore**, highlighting the scale of the illegal operation and its potential impact on society.
The destruction of such a massive quantity of narcotics has dealt a severe setback to the narcotics network operating in and around the region. The operation not only disrupted the supply chain but also sent a strong message to those involved in illegal drug cultivation and trafficking.
This successful mission underscores the **unwavering commitment of Assam Rifles** towards combating the drug menace and safeguarding the youth and communities of the Northeast from the harmful effects of narcotics. It reinforces the force’s continued efforts to support the government’s vision of a **drug-free society**.
True to its motto as the **“Sentinels of the North East,”** Assam Rifles remains steadfast in working relentlessly for peace, security, and social well-being, while maintaining close coordination with civil authorities and security agencies to ensure a safer and healthier future for the region.
