Assam CM Warns Drug Traffickers After Destroying Rs 27.20 Crore Poppy Crops
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma issued a strong warning to drug traffickers on social media, calling them “local Pablo Escobars” after authorities destroyed illegal poppy crops worth Rs 27.20 crore. The destruction of 170 Bighas (over 56 acres) of poppy cultivation in the Char areas was carried out by Goalpara Police in January.
In a post on X, Sarma said, “Dear Local Pablo Escobars, Sorry to spoil your planned Udta Assam party! Because @Goalpara_Police destroyed 170 Bighas of poppy cultivation in the Char areas worth Rs 27.20 crore in January.”
The CM shared a video showing a tractor crushing the poppy crops, with a large police presence overseeing the operation. “So next time you think of drugs, think of @assampolice first. #AssamAgainstDrugs,” he added.
The poppy cultivation was destroyed at Sitalmari Char under Chunari Police Station, led by ASP (HQ) Goalpara and OC, Lakhipur Police Station, with the Circle Officer of Lakhipur and other officials present during the operation.
This move is part of Assam’s ongoing efforts to combat the drug trade and send a clear message to traffickers that illegal activities will not be tolerated.
