Sun Feb 02 08:25:26 UTC 2025: ## Assam Police Destroy ₹27 Crore Worth of Poppy Fields

**GUWAHATI, ASSAM –** Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Sunday the destruction of over 56 acres (170 bighas) of illegal poppy cultivation in Goalpara district. The operation, conducted by Goalpara Police in January, resulted in the eradication of poppy fields estimated to be worth ₹27.20 crore.

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sarma, referencing the popular Netflix series *Narcos*, playfully warned drug traffickers, stating, “Dear Local Pablo Escobars, Sorry to spoil your planned Udta Assam party!” He further emphasized the Assam Police’s commitment to combating the drug trade, urging potential offenders to reconsider their actions.

A video accompanying the post showcased police using tractors to destroy the poppy plants. The Chief Minister used the hashtag #AssamAgainstDrugs to highlight the state government’s ongoing efforts to curb drug cultivation and trafficking. The significant scale of the destroyed poppy fields underscores the Assam Police’s proactive approach to tackling this issue.

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