By Agartala Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | April 3, 2026
AGARTALA: In a series of successful anti-narcotics operations over the last 48 hours, the Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) have intensified their vigil at the Agartala Railway Station. Following yesterday’s arrest of a Bihar native with contraband syrup, security forces apprehended three more individuals last night in possession of a significant haul of dry cannabis (Ganja) and intoxicating cough syrups.
The crackdown is part of a special drive to disrupt the “Bihar-Tripura” narcotics corridor that often uses express trains for the transit of illegal substances.
The Operation and Seizure
Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of GRP and RPF conducted a search operation across the station platforms and parking zones late last night. Three individuals were intercepted while attempting to board a long-distance train.
Details of the Seizure:
- Contraband: A substantial quantity of dry cannabis (estimated market value of several lakhs) and several dozen bottles of Eskuf cough syrup.
- Modus Operandi: The suspects had concealed the cannabis in modified travel bags, while the syrup bottles were hidden inside backpacks (pitthu bags) to avoid detection during routine luggage scanning.
- The Accused: The three arrested individuals include both local handlers and inter-state carriers. They are currently being interrogated to trace the “mastermind” behind the consignment.
Mounting Pressure on Smugglers
This latest arrest follows the apprehension of Bhagaru Kumar (22) from Bihar on April 1, who was caught with 48 bottles of Eskuf syrup worth ₹50,000. Officials noted that the frequency of these arrests indicates a desperate attempt by smuggling modules to move stock during the holiday season.
Case Information:
A fresh case has been registered at the Agartala GRPS under the NDPS Act, 1985. The police are investigating whether these three individuals are part of the same syndicate that was active earlier this week.
Official Warning
The Officer-in-Charge of the Agartala Railway Police Station stated that surveillance has been doubled at all entry and exit points of the station.
”We are using both manual intelligence and technical surveillance to track suspicious movements. The railway station will not be allowed to become a safe haven for drug traffickers. We urge the public to report any abandoned bags or suspicious behavior to the RPF helpline immediately,” the official added.
