1. Mizoram’s new Home Minister, K. Sapdanga, begins a two-day tour to Champhai district on the Myanmar border.
2. The visit marks Sapdanga’s commitment to combat drug trafficking, especially in a region recognized for its role in illicit drug transportation.
3. The border town of Champhai is a focal point in the government’s anti-drug campaign, reinforcing Sapdanga’s dedication to the cause.
Aizawl, Dec 19: Mizoram’s newly-appointed Home Minister, K. Sapdanga, dedicated to combatting the pervasive issue of drug trafficking, initiated his first official visit with a two-day tour to Myanmar border Champhai district. The border town, recognised as a primary conduit for illicit drugs, stands at the forefront of the anti-drug campaign, as declared by Sapdanga.
Champhai, a border town through which a significant portion of illicit drugs is smuggled, is a key focus area for the anti-drug campaign, Sapdanga said.
While eastern Mizoram is recognised for its diverse positive contributions, it is disheartening to note that it also serves as the main route for smuggled goods from Myanmar. The government is determined to exert maximum efforts to address this issue and earnestly appeals for public cooperation, Sapdanga said.
“We will begin revitalizing Mizoram, starting from Champhai,” he stated.
Sapdanga was accompanied by Lalnghinglova Hmar, Minister of State for Excise & Narcotics. He previously served as his trusted aide in Vanglaini, the largest circulated Mizo daily newspaper edited by Sapdanga before entering politics.
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Hmar, echoing the commitment expressed by the Chief Minister, emphasised the government’s determination to wage a robust battle against drugs.
“As the minister overseeing the excise & narcotics portfolio, I recognize the indispensable role of public leaders, party leaders, and church leaders, in addition to law enforcement agencies, in successfully undertaking this war on drugs—a task that demands unified efforts and cooperation,” he said.
On the way to Champhai, the Home Minister and the MoS for Excise & Narcotics they have visited the Saitual district headquarters and police battalion headquarters at Khawzawl where they interacted with officials.
