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Manipur poppy cultivation: Assam Rifles dismantles 354 acres of illegal fields in 2024


Published on 2024-12-14 22:22:17 - MSN
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  • Assam Rifles has dismantled 354 acres of illegal poppy fields along the Indo-Myanmar border in 2024. This is part of a continued effort to curb the narco-trade in Manipur.

In 2024, the Assam Rifles, India's oldest paramilitary force, has intensified its efforts against illegal poppy cultivation in Manipur, dismantling 354 acres of poppy fields. This operation is part of a broader initiative to curb the production of opium, which is often used to manufacture heroin. The crackdown has seen the destruction of poppy plantations across various districts of Manipur, with significant operations in Ukhrul, Kamjong, and Noney. The Assam Rifles have not only focused on the destruction of these illegal crops but also on apprehending those involved in the cultivation. This year's efforts build on previous years' actions, reflecting a sustained campaign to address the drug problem in the region, which has been a persistent issue due to Manipur's strategic location near the Golden Triangle, a notorious drug-producing area.

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