In a joint operation by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Bihar Police, 11.02 kilograms of ganja (cannabis) were seized on the Indo-Nepal border in Narkatiaganj, West Champaran. The anti-drug trafficking operation took place late Friday night. However, during the blockade, the smuggler, sensing the presence of security personnel, abandoned his motorcycle and the contraband and fled the scene.

The incident occurred in the 'B' Company Nagardahi area, falling under the jurisdiction of the 44th Battalion SSB in Narkatiaganj. Based on intelligence, a joint team of SSB and Bettiah Police had set up a night blockade on the border. Led by SSB Sub-Inspector Ashwani Kumar, personnel were monitoring the Indian territory approximately 30 meters inside from border pillar number 423/7.

During surveillance, an individual was spotted entering India from Nepal on a motorcycle. After proceeding some distance, he realized the presence of SSB and police at the checkpoint. He then abandoned his motorcycle and goods, using the cover of darkness to escape. The personnel immediately reached the spot and conducted a search, recovering a sack containing large packets of approximately 11.02 kilograms of ganja.

According to SSB officials, the ganja was intended to be smuggled from Nepal into India for sale. The seized motorcycle and ganja have been handed over to Bhangaha Police Station for further legal action. The police are now working to identify and apprehend the absconding smuggler.