Patna : The Bihar Special Task Force (STF) and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) have arrested two men and seized around 3 kg of charas valued at an estimated Rs 3 crore in a joint operation linked to alleged drug trafficking from Nepal to Uttar Pradesh.
According to a report, the operation was carried out on October 18 after the agencies received information that a consignment of narcotics was being transported on the Narkatiaganj–Muzaffarpur MEMU train. The first suspect was detained at Muzaffarpur railway station, where officials allegedly recovered the contraband during a search.
Investigators subsequently arrested a second suspect, described as a supplier, near the India–Nepal border.
Search Conducted After Surveillance
The report said the joint team had monitored suspected trafficking activity along the India–Nepal border and in surrounding areas for two days following a tip-off.
On the morning of October 18, officials received specific information that a consignment was being carried on the MEMU train travelling from Motihari towards Muzaffarpur.
The team then positioned itself at Muzaffarpur railway station. When the train arrived, officials stopped a suspected passenger and searched him, allegedly recovering around 3 kg of charas.
The estimated value of the seized substance in the international market was put at approximately Rs 3 crore, according to the report.
Second Suspect Arrested Near India–Nepal Border
During questioning, the first arrested man allegedly told investigators that the consignment had been brought from Nepal and was intended to be delivered in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh.
Acting on information obtained during the questioning, the joint team arrested another man near the India–Nepal border. The second suspect was described as the alleged supplier of the consignment.
The reported arrests are part of an investigation into the suspected cross-border supply chain and the intended movement of the contraband.
Investigation Underway
Both men are being questioned as investigators examine the origin of the seized substance and the alleged roles of those involved in its transportation and supply.
Further legal action is underway. The available report did not provide the identities of the arrested men or details of the specific charges filed against them.
The allegations will be subject to the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings.
