Reported by Bit Irom
Imphal: Personnel of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Monday apprehended two persons with 84 grams of suspected heroin at Imphal airport during a routine anti-drug operation, officials said.
The accused, identified as Aslam Khan (39) and Chesam Amir (31), both residents of Imphal West district, were intercepted during luggage screening while attempting to board a flight to Bengaluru. The contraband, suspected to be heroin, was recovered from their possession, according to a Manipur Police bulletin issued on Tuesday.
Following initial formalities, the two were handed over to the police for further investigation.
In a separate operation, Manipur Police arrested Marconi Ningthoujam (24) at a checkpost under Lamsang police station in Imphal West district, recovering approximately 1.1 kg of ganja from his possession. He has been booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
Police said security forces have intensified search operations and area domination exercises in fringe and vulnerable areas across districts.
Movement of 202 vehicles carrying essential commodities along National Highway-37 was facilitated under security cover. Authorities said strict vigil is being maintained at sensitive locations, with security convoys deployed to ensure safe passage of vehicles.
A total of 114 checkpoints (nakas) have been set up across Manipur, covering both hill and valley districts, officials added.