Karimganj, Nov. 23 -- In a coordinated operation against trans-border smuggling, Assam Rifles and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) recovered a large consignment of contraband from the general area of Karimganj, Assam

Acting on specific intelligence, a Bolero pickup vehicle bearing registration number MZ-08-7181 was intercepted. A thorough search of the vehicle led to the recovery of 165 cartons of foreign-origin cigarettes of various brands. The total value of the seized items is estimated to be approximately Rs 3.5 crore, according to a release.

Two individuals, Lalrinsanga (35) and Lallungawia (29), involved in transporting the contraband were arrested by the Assam Rifles.

The recovered items and apprehended individuals ...