Tawang, May 22:
In a major crackdown on narcotics, the Anti-Drugs Squad (ADS) and Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of Tawang Police carried out multiple raids across Tawang township on May 22, leading to the arrest of two alleged drug peddlers and the seizure of suspected heroin worth approximately ₹3.4 lakh.
Acting on credible intelligence received from reliable sources, the operation was led by DySP Tawang Shri Tasso Kato under the close supervision of Superintendent of Police Shri Tasi Darang. The coordinated raids were conducted by a police team comprising L/Insp. Niyi Angu, SI Lham Thinley, SI Kesang Phuntso, SI Jambey Chorten, Ct. Jambey Tsering, Ct. Geshi Monpa, Ct. Lham Norbu and Ct. (Driver) Tashi Phuntsok.
During the operation, the police apprehended two individuals identified as Tenzin Phuntso (27), a resident of Mandrelling, and Lobsang (27), a resident of Nehru Market area.
Police recovered a total of 68 vials containing suspected heroin weighing approximately 81.6 grams, including the weight of the vials. The seized contraband is estimated to be worth around ₹3.4 lakh in the illegal market.
The seizure process was conducted in the presence of Executive Magistrates AC Tenzin Jambey and AC Sangey Norbu, following due legal procedure. A case has been registered at Police Station Tawang under relevant sections of the law, and further investigation is underway.
According to police officials, this is the largest drug bust ever recorded in Tawang district, highlighting a growing concern over the rise of narcotics-related activities in the region.
Tawang Police reiterated its “Zero Tolerance” policy against narcotic drugs and related offences, stating that strict action will continue against individuals involved in the drug trade to ensure the safety and well-being of society.
