Assam and Mizoram Join Forces to Combat Drug Smuggling
Officials from Assam and Mizoram met to discuss joint efforts to combat drug smuggling and abuse. Mizoram's Excise and Narcotics Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar highlighted the issue of heroin smuggling from Myanmar. Both sides agreed to increased cooperation, with continued dialogue between Hmar and Assam's Excise Minister Keshab Mahanta.
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Officials from Assam and Mizoram held a significant meeting on Wednesday to discuss joint efforts aimed at combating drug smuggling and abuse. This collaborative effort was highlighted in an official statement.
The meeting saw participation from Mizoram's Excise and Narcotics Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar, Assam's Excise Secretary Indreswar Kalita, and Excise Commissioner Jitu Doley. Hmar pointed out that heroin smuggled into Assam from Myanmar is reprocessed and transported to Mizoram. He also raised concerns over a large consignment headed for Assam, with drug peddlers operating freely in the state.
Assam officials assured Hmar that they would investigate the situation and further discuss it with their Excise Minister Keshab Mahanta, who was unable to attend due to other commitments. Both sides emphasized their commitment to collective efforts against drug smuggling and abuse, agreeing to keep the dialogue ongoing.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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- drug abuse
- Keshab Mahanta
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