Law enforcement officers confiscate over 255 kg of drugs worth 161 billion UZS

During the month-long anti-drug campaign, authorities reported 1,155 cases involving the illegal trade of narcotics. The seizures included:

-  99 kilograms of marijuana
-  67 kilograms of heroin
-  63 kilograms of hashish
-  15 kilograms of synthetic drugs
-  11 kilograms of opium
-  691 grams of poppy straw

Additionally, a total of 824,747 tablets containing powerful substances were confiscated. Law enforcement also dismantled criminal groups utilizing "dead drops" for drug distribution.

The operation extended to the destruction of 287 drug-containing plant bushes found across various regions.

Authorities estimate the retail value of the seized narcotics at 161.4 billion UZS, underscoring the significant economic impact of this illicit trade.