Kamjong (Manipur), 15 January (HS): A combined team of security forces, the Forest Department and an Executive Magistrate destroyed approximately 15 acres of illicit poppy cultivation at the Lungphu Hill Range under Phungyar Police Station in Kamjong district.

Officials said on Thursday that the operation was carried out as part of an ongoing drive against illegal poppy cultivation in the district. The entire poppy field identified during the operation was destroyed on the spot to prevent further misuse.

Authorities reiterated that such coordinated actions will continue in vulnerable areas to curb illegal cultivation and associated unlawful activities.---------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash