The Ministry of Finance announced on 30 October 2026 that the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 50 kg of methamphetamine in Mizoram and Assam. The operation recovered 30 kg of tablets and 20 kg of crystal meth concealed in furniture and tea packets. Four people were arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, and three vehicles were seized. The drugs were reportedly smuggled from Myanmar.
Key points
- Total seizure: 50 kg of methamphetamine (30 kg tablets and 20 kg crystal meth)
- Arrests: 4 persons detained under the NDPS Act, 1985
- Assets seized: 3 vehicles used for transporting the drugs
- Locations: Operations conducted in Mizoram and Assam
- Origin: Preliminary investigation indicates drugs were smuggled from Myanmar
When it applies
- interception of Mahindra Bolero Camper on Aizawl–Champhai Road
- interception of Ashok Leyland truck and Bolero Camper at Dholai
Who it affects
- smugglers
Refers to
- Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985