Illegal Drug Racket Busted at Indo-Bangladesh Border

Authorities have uncovered a major illegal drug smuggling operation being run under the cover of a pharmacy in the North 24 Parganas district. A joint operation involving the Enforcement Branch, the State Drug Control Department, and local police raided a shop and its warehouses in the Bithari border area. The search operation lasted for nearly 10 hours, resulting in the recovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs.

Details of the Raid and Seizure

Officials conducted the raid following reports of a drug smuggling gang active near the border. During the inspection, the shop owner failed to produce any valid legal documentation for the medicines stored on the premises. Following the discovery of the illegal stock, investigators sealed both the pharmacy and its two associated warehouses. The operation was part of a targeted effort to stop the flow of illicit substances across the border.

Search for the Accused

According to Hindusthan Samachar, the primary suspect, identified as Sahidul Mandal, along with his son Lloyd Mandal, fled the scene before they could be apprehended. Police and enforcement officials have launched a search operation to locate the father and son duo. Authorities are currently investigating the extent of the network and identifying other individuals who may be involved in the smuggling operation.

Political Reactions to the Incident

Local political figures have commented on the discovery of the illegal drug storage in the Bithari area. BJP leader Vrindavan Sarkar stated that illegal activities will not be tolerated and noted the administration's involvement in the crackdown. The investigation is ongoing as officials work to determine the full scope of the smuggling activities that were allegedly being conducted from this location.