Guwahati, 18 October (HS): The Assam Police seized 30,000 YABA tablets worth ₹7.5 crore and arrested a courier during an intelligence-backed operation at Amingaon, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Sunday.

In a social media post, the chief minister said the operation was conducted by the Special Task Force (STF) Assam last night after receiving intelligence inputs. The intercepted courier was allegedly transporting the consignment of YABA tablets to Lower Assam.

The entire consignment, valued at ₹7.5 crore, was seized and the courier was arrested, Sarma said.

Highlighting the state government's continued efforts against drug trafficking, the chief minister reiterated his commitment to combating the drug menace. He described the operation as part of the ongoing fight against the evils of society, declaring, Fighting the evils: Every Day, Every Hour!

The seizure marks another action by the Assam Police against the illegal drug trade in the state.------------

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