Agartala: In a significant bust, Agartala Railway Police today recovered 20 kilograms of dry ganja from Platform No. 2 of Agartala Railway Station, near the Udaipur end.
The contraband, neatly packed in 10 unclaimed packets, was discovered during a routine check by authorities.
Following the completion of all necessary legal formalities, the illicit consignment was officially seized.
Officials estimate the market value of the seized ganja to be approximately Rs 2 lakh.
The Agartala Government Railway Police (GRP) have initiated a thorough investigation to identify the individuals behind this illegal consignment and uncover their network.
This recovery follows closely on the heels of another successful operation earlier this week. On the night of July 7, a joint team of Agartala GRP and Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel apprehended three alleged drug peddlers at the Agartala Railway Station.
From their possession, authorities seized over 3.2 kilograms of dry ganja, specifically 3 kg and 240 grams, hidden within a single bag. During preliminary interrogation, the trio reportedly confessed to their intention of transporting the ganja to Chennai, where it was estimated to fetch up to Rs 1 lakh in the market.
These consecutive seizures highlight the ongoing efforts by railway authorities in Tripura to curb drug trafficking through the rail network.
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