Security forces in Manipur seized 220 kilograms of contraband Ganja from a TATA truck (Reg. No. MN01 8567) at the FCP check post under Jiribam Police Station. The interception took place during routine security checks in the area.
The truck was being driven by SK Kaphunlung (43), a resident of Khumji village in Noney district, who was immediately taken into custody by police personnel on the spot.
🚚 Seizure Details:
| Date | Location | Vehicle | Quantity Seized | Accused | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2025 | FCP Check Post, Jiribam District | TATA Truck MN01 8567 | 220 kg of Ganja | SK Kaphunlung (43 yrs) | Khumji, Noney District |
The seized narcotics and the accused have been handed over to Jiribam Police for further investigation and legal proceedings under the NDPS Act.
🧭 Background
Jiribam district has increasingly become a sensitive transit corridor for narcotics smuggling due to its strategic location near the Assam-Manipur border. Security forces have intensified surveillance in the region to crack down on inter-state drug networks.