DIMAPUR, FEBRUARY 14 (MExN): A truckload of liquor, valued at over Rs. 20 lakhs, was seized in Dimapur. The illicit consignment containing 1229 cases of assorted IMFL was intercepted at Burma Camp, NH 29 by the 29 Assam Rifles on February 14 at around 1:00 am.
According to the Superintendent of Excise & Prohibition, Dimapur, two persons identified as Riyaes Khan (28 years) and John Sangma (22 years) were arrested. The liquor liquor-laden truck (NL 01A 2186) originated from Khatkhati and was bound for Kohima. Further investigation was on to establish the identity of the people behind the illicit trade.
According to the Superintendent of Excise & Prohibition, Dimapur, two persons identified as Riyaes Khan (28 years) and John Sangma (22 years) were arrested. The liquor liquor-laden truck (NL 01A 2186) originated from Khatkhati and was bound for Kohima. Further investigation was on to establish the identity of the people behind the illicit trade.
