Tarun Karthick
Port Blair, 30 March 2024
On March 28, 2024, the Baratang Police demonstrated their unwavering commitment to eradicating illegal activities with a swift and effective operation. Acting on intelligence, law enforcement officials successfully intercepted a significant quantity of illicit Handia near the Anganwadi Centre, Jarawa Creek, Baratang.
Led by Sub-Inspector Sujit Bhattacharya, the Station House Officer of PS Baratang, a team of officers conducted a raid that resulted in the seizure of 60 kilograms of illicit Handia concealed in three aluminium containers. The accused, identified as Lagan Majhi, aged 69, a resident of Nayadera, Baratang, was promptly served a notice under Section 41 of the Criminal Procedure Code for further legal proceedings. The confiscated contraband was transported to PS Baratang, where a case under the Excise Regulation was registered against the accused.
The operation was conducted under the vigilant supervision of Mr. Rahul L. Nair, an IPS officer serving as the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Rangat, and oversaw by Ms. Geetanjali Khandelwal, IPS, the Superintendent of Police for the N&M Andaman District.
In a public appeal, authorities urged citizens to report any information related to criminal activities to their nearest police station or through emergency hotlines 100, 112, and 03192-273344. Informants’ identities will remain confidential, with the promise of suitable rewards for their cooperation.