New Delhi: Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN), Madhya Pradesh Unit, destroyed 10,842.150 kg of seized narcotics on Thursday. The operation took place at Vikram Cement in Khor, Madhya Pradesh. PIB Delhi released the details on Friday.
The CBN also deposited 154.375 kg of seized opium at the Government Opium and Alkaloid Works (GOAW) in Neemuch. It did so as part of the disposal process. The agency continues its sustained efforts to dispose of seized narcotic drugs in line with prescribed legal procedures.
The CBN destroyed the drugs through the authorised disposal process under the NDPS Act, 1985. The Drug Disposal Committee kept a close watch on the operation. A representative of the MP Pollution Control Board attended.
Poppy straw made up the bulk of the seized narcotics at 10,823.990 kg. The rest comprised 3.175 kg of mephedrone, 7.400 kg of charas, 7.535 kg of heroin and 0.050 kg of brown sugar. Together, the five drugs totalled 10,842.150 kg.
Seized narcotics disposal keeps contraband out of trafficking network
The CBN said it destroys seized narcotic drugs in line with applicable provisions and prescribed procedures. According to the agency, this ensures seized contraband does not re-enter the illicit drug trafficking network. The agency also said incineration takes place in an environmentally safe manner.
The CBN said it takes a comprehensive approach to combating illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs. This approach covers intelligence-based enforcement and seizure of contraband. It also covers investigation and prosecution, along with timely disposal of seized narcotic substances in accordance with law.
The agency said it remains firmly committed to its mandate. That mandate involves concerted efforts towards a Drug-Free India. The CBN also said it is strengthening the fight against illicit trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.
