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Drug Trade Crackdown: Major Seizure at Badharghat Raises Concerns Over Youth Addiction in the society.

 








In a significant anti-smuggling operation, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) intercepted a substantial cache of narcotics at Badharghat railway station on Sunday, exposing the persistent challenge of drug trafficking in the region. The seizure, comprising 1,775 bottles of Eskuf cough syrup and 23 kilograms of cannabis from the Rani Kamalapati Express, has an estimated black market value of ₹3 lakh.


RPF Assistant Commandant B.K. Sinha, who detailed the operation, emphasized how drug traffickers are increasingly exploiting railway routes to transport contraband. The smugglers often employ sophisticated methods, using regular passengers as carriers or concealing drugs in legitimate cargo shipments. These operations typically involve a complex network of handlers, from source points to distribution channels.


The seizure highlights a disturbing trend affecting local youth. Health experts and social workers in the region report a rising pattern of substance abuse, particularly among individuals aged 15-25. Cough syrup abuse has become increasingly prevalent due to its relatively low cost and easy accessibility. The combination of cough syrup and cannabis indicates a diversified approach by dealers to target different segments of vulnerable youth.


Law enforcement sources reveal that these smuggling operations are part of larger interstate networks, with contraband typically sourced from neighboring states. The traffickers exploit Tripura's strategic location and transportation links to establish distribution channels. Local addiction treatment centers report a concerning rise in young patients, with many citing easy availability of drugs as a factor in their dependency.


While the RPF's vigilance resulted in this significant seizure, the absence of arrests points to the sophisticated nature of these operations, where actual traffickers often remain several steps removed from the contraband. The investigation continues to focus on identifying the kingpins behind these networks.


Community leaders and healthcare professionals are calling for enhanced surveillance, stricter law enforcement, and comprehensive addiction prevention programs targeting youth. They emphasize the need for a coordinated approach involving law enforcement, healthcare providers, and community organizations to address both the supply and demand aspects of this growing crisis.

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