Police in Dimapur, Nagaland, seized 19,760 bottles of suspected codeine-based cough syrup during a raid on a warehouse at Jain Temple Road in Marwari Patti. The operation followed intelligence inputs about the storage of pharmaceutical products at the premises.
Police searched the locked warehouse after repeated attempts to contact its tenant failed. Officers recovered 126 cartons containing Bescod and EB-DYL cough syrups. Authorities have registered a suo motu case under the NDPS Act and are investigating the suspected supply network.
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Key Facts
- Location: Jain Temple Road, Marwari Patti, Dimapur, Nagaland
- Total bottles seized: 19,760
- Total cartons: 126
- Bescod Cough Syrup: 16,160 bottles
- EB-DYL Cough Syrup: 3,600 bottles
- Legal action: Case registered under the NDPS Act
- Investigation: Supply and distribution network under scrutiny
Police Raid in Dimapur
Dimapur Police launched the operation after receiving intelligence about the storage of suspected codeine-based cough syrup at a warehouse on Jain Temple Road.
According to officials, police repeatedly tried to contact the tenant but received no response. The team then searched the locked premises after obtaining the necessary authorisation.
ACP (West) supervised the operation, while independent witnesses remained present during the search. Police also digitally recorded the entire procedure through the e-Sakshya platform.
19,760 Bottles Recovered
During the search, officers found 126 cartons containing suspected pharmaceutical products.
Police said 101 cartons contained Bescod Cough Syrup, with a total of 16,160 bottles. Another 25 cartons contained EB-DYL Cough Syrup, adding 3,600 bottles.
Together, the two products accounted for 19,760 bottles.
Officers also recovered several other pharmaceutical products that lacked proper documentation. Authorities said they would verify those medicines as part of the ongoing investigation.
NDPS Case Registered
Following the seizure, police registered a suo motu case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
Investigators are now working to identify the people operating the warehouse. They are also tracing the source of the medicines and the suspected distribution network.
Police action could provide important leads into the movement and storage of regulated pharmaceutical products in the region.
Codeine Syrups Have Regulated Medical Use
Codeine-based cough syrups have legitimate medical uses, including as cough suppressants. However, authorities regulate their sale and distribution because of the potential for misuse.
Such medicines require proper handling through authorised medical practitioners and licensed pharmacists. Unauthorised storage or distribution can lead to legal action under applicable laws.
Questions and Answers
What did Dimapur Police seize?
Police seized 19,760 bottles of suspected codeine-based cough syrup.
Where did the seizure take place?
Police conducted the raid at a warehouse on Jain Temple Road in Marwari Patti, Dimapur.
How many cartons did police recover?
Officers recovered 126 cartons.
What legal action has police taken?
Police registered a suo motu case under the NDPS Act.
What is the next step?
Investigators will identify those linked to the warehouse and trace the suspected supply and distribution network.
Location Context
Dimapur serves as a major commercial and transport hub in Nagaland. The seizure highlights the importance of monitoring the movement and distribution of regulated pharmaceutical products across Northeast India.
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