DRI Seizes 105 kg Ganja in Bihar, Arrests Two in Anti-Drug Operation
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized approximately 105 kg of ganja in Bihar on May 30, 2026, arresting two individuals under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. Over the past year, the DRI's Lucknow Zonal Unit has confiscated narcotics worth nearly Rs 46.5 crore in Bihar, including charas, hydroponic weed, cocaine, heroin, and codeine-based cough syrups, arresting 31 people. These operations align with the Government of India's 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' initiative to combat drug trafficking and dismantle organized syndicates across the country.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is neutral (62/100). Lens Score 45/100 — moderate-to-low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
- thetribune— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
- republicworld— balanced framing, neutral sentiment
AI Analysis
The articles present a government-focused perspective emphasizing the DRI's enforcement actions and successes in combating drug trafficking. They highlight official statements and statistics without including opposition or civil society viewpoints, reflecting a narrative centered on law enforcement and government initiatives against narcotics.
The tone across the articles is largely neutral to positive, focusing on the effectiveness of the DRI's operations and their contribution to the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' campaign. The coverage underscores achievements in drug seizure and arrests without delving into negative aspects or controversies, maintaining an informative and factual sentiment.
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