Agartala (Tripura) [India], March 23 (ANI): In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, authorities at Agartala Railway Station recovered and seized 75.5 kg of dry ganja from the Deogarh Express during a routine inspection.

The contraband was found unclaimed and was subsequently seized after completing all legal formalities.

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The Agartala Government Railway Police (GRP) has launched an investigation to identify the individuals responsible for smuggling the illegal substance. According to officials, the estimated market value of the seized ganja at its destination is approximately Rs 15.10 lakh.

Authorities are working to track down those behind the smuggling attempt and have intensified security checks at the station to curb such illegal activities.

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Earlier on Thursday, authorities at Agartala Railway Station recovered and seized 34 kg of dry ganja worth Rs 5.10 lakh on Wednesday during a routine check, as per the information from officials. The estimated market value of the seized ganja in its destination market is approximately Rs 5.10 lakh. The contraband was found abandoned, with no claimant in sight.

Following due legal procedures, the seized ganja was secured as unclaimed property. The Agartala Government Railway Police (GRP) has initiated an investigation to trace the source and owner of the illegal consignment.

Authorities suspect that the consignment was part of an inter-state drug trafficking network, and efforts are underway to identify those involved. Law enforcement agencies have intensified their vigilance at railway stations and other transit points to curb the smuggling of illegal substances. (ANI)

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