Assam police seized banned Yaba tablets worth over Rs 5 crore in Sribhumi district on August 20, 2025, and arrested two individuals involved in the illegal trade. The operation, conducted at Puwamara bypass, was hailed as a significant victory in the fight against synthetic drugs in the region.

Acting on precise intelligence, Sribhumi police intercepted a smuggling attempt, recovering 29,400 Yaba tablets—containing methamphetamine and caffeine, classified as a Schedule II substance under India’s Controlled Substances Act. The arrested individuals, identified as Munin Ahmed, 32, and Salman Ahmed, 28, both residents of Kanishail locality in Sribhumi, are now in custody and undergoing interrogation. Authorities are probing their connections to uncover potential links to interstate drug networks and dismantle the broader supply chain.

This seizure follows another major operation on August 19, when Sribhumi police confiscated a large consignment of Yaba tablets valued at several crores in the same Puwamara bypass area, indicating a sustained effort to curb drug trafficking in the region. Chief Minister Sarma emphasized that necessary legal procedures have been initiated against the accused, signaling a zero-tolerance approach to narcotics.

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Yaba, known as “crazy medicine” in Thai, is notorious for its highly addictive properties and devastating impact on users. The drug’s infiltration into Assam has raised alarms, prompting intensified police operations. Officials confirmed that the latest bust marks a critical step in disrupting the flow of synthetic drugs, with plans for further raids and investigations in the coming days to target trafficking networks. The success of these operations underscores Assam’s commitment to combating the drug menace and protecting communities from its harmful effects.

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