Aizawl, September 1, 2025 — The Government of Mizoram has officially launched a comprehensive anti-narcotics operation aimed at curbing drug trafficking and abuse across the state, with a particular focus on the porous 510-km border shared with Myanmar. The campaign, titled Ruihhlo Dona Beihpui (Operation Against Trafficking and Use of Drugs and Narcotics), will run from September 1 to December 31, 2025.
The initiative was formally inaugurated by Home Minister K. Sapdanga in the presence of senior officials from the Home Department, Excise & Narcotics Department, Police, and leaders of the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA), one of the state’s most influential civil society organizations. The operation is a coordinated effort involving state police, Assam Rifles, excise teams, and community volunteers.
Authorities have identified Champhai district as the epicenter of drug trafficking activity, accounting for nearly half of all narcotics-related cases in Mizoram. Of the 370 cases registered statewide last year, 170 originated from Champhai. In 2025 alone, over 150 cases have been recorded by mid-August, with the district continuing to serve as a key conduit for methamphetamine and heroin smuggled from Myanmar.
Inspector General of Police (Law & Order) H. Ramthlengliana, who is leading the operation, stated that only about 10% of narcotics entering Mizoram are intercepted, underscoring the scale of the crisis. A week-long survey conducted in Champhai helped pinpoint 22 key entry points and trafficking corridors. Awareness campaigns were held in surrounding villages to mobilize local support.
The operation will deploy additional police personnel in vulnerable border areas and intensify surveillance in urban centers to address street-level drug abuse. Community engagement is central to the strategy, with CYMA units and youth groups playing a critical role in intelligence gathering and enforcement support.
Since 2020, Mizoram has seized drugs worth over ₹770 crore and made more than 4,400 arrests. However, officials acknowledge that these figures represent only a fraction of the actual trafficking volume. Drug abuse has led to 351 deaths statewide over the past five years, including 51 fatalities in 2025 alone. The rise in addiction has also contributed to an increase in petty crimes and public safety concerns.
Home Minister Sapdanga emphasized the government’s commitment to restoring security and protecting citizens from the growing menace. “Our objective is to ensure that the lives and property of the common people are no longer endangered by the scourge of drugs,” he said, assuring that adequate resources and manpower will be mobilized to sustain the campaign.
The Mizoram government has also called for closer coordination with neighboring states to prevent re-entry of drugs through alternate routes and strengthen border vigilance. The operation marks a decisive step in the state’s ongoing battle against narcotics and reflects a broader commitment to safeguarding public health and community well-being.
