Bangladesh seizes Tk 155 crore in drugs and smuggled goods in December crackdown
Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) confiscated smuggled goods and illegal drugs worth over Tk 155.59 crore in December 2021. The crackdown targeted border areas and other key locations across the country. Authorities also arrested hundreds of individuals involved in smuggling and illegal crossings.
During the operation, BGB seized a large cache of weapons. This included 12 pistols, one rifle, three hand grenades, and 16 magazines. They also recovered 17kg of gunpowder and six additional firearms.
The agency confiscated a wide range of smuggled items. These included 2.063kg of gold, 14,883 saris, and 26,100 pieces of clothing. They also seized 26,520 ready-made garments and 9,883 metres of cloth. Other goods recovered were 4,43,646 cosmetics, 16,954 pieces of imitation jewellery, and 33,86,882 fireworks. Drug seizures were equally significant. BGB recovered 9,11,982 Yaba pills, 354 grams of heroin, and 7,439 grams of crystal meth. They also took 2,32,264 packets of bidis and cigarettes, along with 32,210 tablets and injections. In addition, 284 cows and buffaloes were seized, along with eight trucks and 69 boats. BGB arrested 171 smugglers and detained 134 Bangladeshi and 15 Indian citizens for illegal border crossings and drug trafficking. They also turned back 276 Myanmar nationals attempting to enter Bangladesh unlawfully.
The operation resulted in the confiscation of goods and drugs valued at over Tk 155.59 crore. BGB’s actions disrupted smuggling networks and illegal crossings along the border. The seizures highlight ongoing efforts to curb illicit trade and unauthorised entry into the country.
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