In a major step under its ongoing anti-drug campaign, Manipur Police on Wednesday destroyed nearly 40 kilograms of seized narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances at a biomedical waste treatment facility in Imphal West district.
The disposal exercise was carried out at the SHIJA Common Bio-Medical Waste Treatment Facility in Lamdeng as part of the Manipur Police Department’s Pre- and Post-Trial Drug Disposal Programme. Officials said approximately 39.395 kilograms of narcotics confiscated during various anti-drug operations were destroyed through an incineration process under police supervision.
Speaking during the programme, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ningshen Worngam said the initiative represented an important step in the state’s efforts to curb drug abuse and illegal drug trafficking.
He noted that narcotics continue to pose a serious threat to communities and livelihoods and said the destruction of the seized substances reflected the commitment of Manipur Police to eliminating illegal drugs from society.
“This programme marks a significant step in our collective effort to combat drug abuse and illicit trafficking. It demonstrates our commitment to creating a drug-free society and strengthening the vision of a drug-free Manipur,” he said.
According to details released by the police, the destroyed contraband included 4.444 kilograms of heroin powder, 5.353 kilograms of brown sugar, 0.422 kilograms of WY tablets, 2.668 kilograms of SP capsules and 26.508 kilograms of ganja.
Officials said the seized narcotics were recovered during a series of operations conducted by district police units, the Narcotics and Affairs of Border (NAB) wing and other security agencies working across the state.
IGP Worngam said the successful disposal of the drugs was the result of sustained vigilance, coordinated enforcement efforts and the dedication of various agencies involved in combating the illegal drug trade.
He also highlighted the importance of carrying out the destruction process at a modern biomedical waste treatment facility, saying it ensured safety, transparency and environmental responsibility while handling hazardous substances.
Emphasising the wider impact of the exercise, the IGP said the destruction of seized narcotics was not only a legal requirement but also a social responsibility aimed at protecting young people and future generations from the harmful effects of drug abuse.
He called upon citizens to continue supporting law enforcement agencies in their efforts to maintain public safety and social well-being. He also urged the public to remain committed to the shared goal of building a drug-free Manipur.
The disposal programme forms part of the state’s broader anti-narcotics strategy, which includes intensified enforcement measures, awareness campaigns and coordinated action against drug trafficking networks operating in and around Manipur.
