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Myanmar replaces Afghanistan as key opium source, impact seen on India’s eastern border: NCB

Myanmar has emerged as a significant opium supplier, surpassing Afghanistan, particularly in the Golden Triangle region. This shift is crucial as it impacts India's northeastern states, namely Manipur, Mizoram, and Nagaland, where the drugs are reportedly flowing through porous borders. The rise of drone-based drug trafficking from Pakistan further complicates the situation, highlighting a growing concern for India's border security and drug enforcement agencies.