Lawngtlai, Aug. 27 -- In a joint targeted operation, Assam Rifles on Wednesday recovered opium worth Rs 1.25 Lakhs from the Shitlangpui village of Mizoram's Lawngtlai district, officials said. Two individuals were apprehended during the joint operation.

According to the Headquarters Inspector General Assam Rifles (East) [HQ IGAR (E)], the operation was based on specific intelligence inputs.

Officials said, "Based on specific intelligence, Assam Rifles launched an Area Domination Patrol along with persons of the Excise and Narcotics Department, Lawngtlai, in the general area of village Shitlangpui, Lawngtlai district on 27 Aug 25."

"The party conducted a search in a house, which led to the recovery of 247.65 grams of Opium worth Rs 1,25...