Agartala, Feb. 23 -- In a major crackdown on narcotics smuggling, Assam Rifles, along with the Customs Department, seized 2286.9 kg of marijuana from the Vijayanagar area in West Tripura district on Saturday.

Acting on specific intelligence, the joint team executed the operation with efficiency and coordination, striking a significant blow to smuggling networks in the region, said officials.

The seized contraband is estimated to be worth Rs 10.29 crores in the international market. The operation also resulted in the apprehension of two individuals. The seized contraband and apprehended individuals were handed over to authorities for further legal action.

The successful interdiction is part of the ongoing efforts by Assam Rifles to coun...