Enforcement directorate conducts raids in Tripura, Drug kingpins under scanner

Agartala, Jan 10, 2025, By Our Correspondent

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday carried out simultaneous raids at seven locations across Tripura. Several individuals who had their names linked with illicit drug trafficking and distribution networks are reportedly in the radar of the central agency, top sources said.The money trail left behind by the drug trafficking apparently caught the attention of the investigating agency and based on which the raids were carried out.The operation, which began in the morning, saw the deployment of heavy security forces to ensure law and order during the searches and confiscation activities.According to official sources, this operation is part of an ongoing investigation into financial crimes and illegal drug trade in the region. ED teams are examining documents, digital evidence, and other materials that may help uncover a potential link between drug traffickers and financial criminals.While specific locations have not been disclosed, sources have indicated that urban centers such as Agartala, Nandan Nagar, and the MBB Airport area are known to be vulnerable points for drug trafficking.Concerns have been growing due to Tripura's role as an increasing transit point for illegal drug trade between neighboring states and the rest of the country