Guwahati, Aug. 25 -- In a fresh crackdown on Assam's drug network, Hojai police on Sunday seized 23.190 kg of suspected ganja during a late-night operation on National Highway 27.

Acting on a tip-off, Lumding Police Station staff led by SI Ankur Kakoti intercepted a vehicle and apprehended two individuals.

A case has been registered and investigation is underway.

Assam DGP acknowledged the effort on social media with the tag #WarAgainstDrugAbuse.

On Monday afternoon, Hojai police shared details of the operation online, sparking concern over the misuse of highways( & bypass) for narcotics trafficking.

According to sources, syndicates are increasingly using tinted-glass vehicles that run at reckless speeds, especially at night.

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