Dimapur, Nov 15: Praising the recent anti-narcotics action in Manipur, a local resident expressed strong appreciation for the Assam Rifles after the force destroyed large tracts of illegal poppy cultivation during ongoing operations.

According to the individual, the Assam Rifles remain “the rightful authority” to undertake such steps, unlike banned militant groups that have often attempted to position themselves as parallel enforcers. The citizen noted that narcotics cultivation has long fueled crime, addiction, and insurgency networks in the region, making legitimate law-enforcement action essential.
The resident also urged that those involved in the illegal cultivation be held accountable within the framework of law, stressing that all arrests and investigations should be carried out by authorized agencies to ensure fairness, transparency, and due process.
Assam Rifles officials have maintained that their anti-poppy campaigns—conducted jointly with state authorities—are part of a broader mission to curb the drug trade, protect local communities, and promote alternative livelihood programmes. The force has reiterated that its operations are aimed not only at eradicating illicit crops but also at supporting long-term stability in Manipur.
Authorities say efforts will continue in coordination with civil administration, police, and community groups to dismantle the narcotics ecosystem while safeguarding the rights of all individuals involved.