In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the East Siang Police in Arunachal Pradesh successfully arrested two drug peddlers and seized 2.317 kg of narcotic substances, including ganja. The operation was part of the police’s ongoing efforts to combat the growing drug menace and work towards a drug-free district.
The Anti-Drug Squad (ADS) of the East Siang Police launched the operation after receiving credible intelligence about a habitual drug user in the 2-Mile area who regularly sourced ganja and heroin from Silapathar. Acting swiftly, the police mobilized a team led by Inspector Ige Lollen, the officer-in-charge of Pasighat Police Station, along with SI K Tangha, ASI R Lowang, SI (SG) A K Deka, and constables T Ragyor and O Modi. The operation was supervised by DSP Ayup Boko, under the overall guidance of East Siang Superintendent of Police (SP) Pankaj Lamba.
The first suspect, Dhananjey Saha, a driver, was arrested at his residence. During questioning, he revealed that he procured ganja from a woman in Silapathar and agreed to assist the police in locating her.
A controlled delivery operation was then carried out with the assistance of Dhemaji Police, leading to the arrest of Junmoni Das near the Rail Gate in Silapathar. Following a search of her residence, police recovered 2.317 kg of suspected ganja, a digital weighing machine, and a smartphone.
A case has been registered under the NDPS Act at Pasighat Police Station, and the police have reiterated their commitment to eradicating the drug menace from the region. Citizens have been urged to report any drug-related activities to help maintain a drug-free district.
