ZOKHAWTHAR, February 6, 2026 — In a major blow to trans-border narcotics smuggling, the Assam Rifles successfully intercepted and seized a massive consignment of Methamphetamine tablets valued at approximately ₹24.36 crores.
The operation was carried out on February 3, 2026, in the general area of Vawkte Kai near Zokhawthar, Mizoram. During the precision strike, security personnel recovered a total of 8.122 kg of the high-grade synthetic drug and apprehended one individual at the scene.
The operation highlights the vigilance of the Assam Rifles in curbing the flow of illegal contraband along the Indo-Myanmar border.
Following the seizure, the recovered drugs, the vehicle used for transportation, and the apprehended suspect were promptly handed over to the Zokhawthar Police Department for further legal proceedings and detailed investigation.
This successful intervention underscores the force’s unwavering commitment to making the region drug-free and maintaining the security of the frontier states.
