Explosive Seizure: Mizoram Ops Busts Illegal Transport

A collaborative operation by Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police led to the seizure of a significant number of explosives and the arrest of two individuals near Aizawl. The operation, which included a vehicle check, uncovered 1,000 gelatin sticks, 1,000 detonators, and 20 meters of safety fuse.

A significant cache of explosives was seized near Aizawl by a joint operation of the Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police, according to a statement released on Wednesday.

The operation, prompted by specific intelligence, involved setting up a mobile vehicle check post at Lawipu junction, as noted by the Assam Rifles.

During the checkpoint exercise, a taxi was halted and searched, resulting in the discovery of 1,000 gelatin sticks, 1,000 detonators, and 20 meters of safety fuse. Two individuals, including a woman, were apprehended in connection with the illegal possession of these explosives.

(With inputs from agencies.)