24-year-old Assam man arrested with 400 gelatin sticks and detonators near Meghalaya border

In a joint operation conducted by the state police and Assam Rifles, a 24-year-old man was apprehended in Assam's Cachar district for illegally transporting explosives from the neighboring state of Meghalaya.

The suspect, identified as Prosonjit Baishnab, a resident of Gumrah area in Cachar district, was taken into custody following the seizure of a significant quantity of explosives.

During a search operation near the Assam-Meghalaya border in the Fadri Tila area, security personnel discovered the cache of explosives inside a Tata Sumo vehicle.

The seized items included 400 gelatin sticks, 400 detonators, and various other related materials. The superintendent of police of Cachar district, Numal Mahatta, confirmed the recovery and detention of the vehicle's driver.

Preliminary investigations suggest that the suspect intended to transport the explosives to a neighboring state, although the specific destination remains undisclosed. Authorities are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the incident to determine the motives behind the illegal transportation and identify any potential connections or networks involved.

The arrest and seizure of such a large quantity of explosives highlight the grave security concerns associated with illegal arms trafficking and potential threats to public safety.

Law enforcement agencies are taking the matter seriously and working diligently to gather more information about the incident.