BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand is set to conclude its year-long anti-drug campaign by destroying a record-breaking 340 tonnes of seized narcotics. The operation, commencing today (Dec 26), is part of the government’s “Set Zero” campaign against drug trafficking.

 

The narcotics, transported from the Ministry of Public Health in Nonthaburi to the Bang Pu Industrial Estate in Samut Prakan, include over 156 tonnes of methamphetamine pills, crystal meth, heroin, and other illegal drugs. The incineration process, scheduled in two phases, will begin with 110 tonnes being burnt over eight days from December 26, followed by the destruction of the remaining 230 tonnes starting January 19.

 

The incineration will be conducted at temperatures of 1,800 degrees Celsius to ensure complete destruction of the drugs while minimizing environmental impact. The Thai government has allocated 9 million baht for this large-scale operation.

 

In a move to prevent seized narcotics from re-entering the market or falling into the wrong hands, the government plans to conduct drug-burning ceremonies every month throughout 2024. This approach allows for the prompt destruction of substances seized in police operations, even before the conclusion of legal cases.

 

This initiative follows the influx of narcotics from the Golden Triangle, the notorious border region of Myanmar and Laos, into Thailand. The drugs are intended for both domestic consumption and international distribution, with experts noting that the seized quantities represent only a fraction of the overall illicit trade.

 

By Krajangwit Johjit

 

Full story: NNT 2023-12-26

 

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28 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

Thailand is set to conclude its year-long anti-drug campaign by destroying a record-breaking 340 tonnes of seized narcotics.

Which means that more than likely 3060 tons (or more) made it though.  Probably more. 
 

28 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

The drugs are intended for both domestic consumption and international distribution, with experts noting that the seized quantities represent only a fraction of the overall illicit trade.

Look.  I'm an "expert."

The "War Against Drugs" in one picture.

 

 

Edited December 26, 20232 yr by connda

38 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

the government’s “Set Zero” campaign against drug trafficking.

 

look. stop making really dumb comments. leave that to me. 

Edited December 26, 20232 yr by stoner

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

In a move to prevent seized narcotics from re-entering the market or falling into the wrong hands, the government plans to conduct drug-burning ceremonies every month throughout 2024.

Well that's going to upset some people.

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

156 tonnes of methamphetamine pills, crystal meth, heroin, and other illegal drugs.

 

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

the government plans to conduct drug-burning ceremonies every month throughout 2024.

 

These drug burning ceremonies already take place on a regular basis on Koh Phangngan on full moon ...

156 tons would be enough for a few parties ...?

 

I am unable to open the link to the original repirt.

Is there an indication as to which company was awarded a 9 million baht contract to destroy the drugs?

'Government Destroys Record Narcotics Haul' allegedly.  If a Cabinet minister can't tell Self-raising flour from heroin how do we know what is being burnt?