LUCKNOW, Oct. 17 -- Uttar Pradesh Police have destroyed 1,72,246 kg of narcotics-the largest quantity disposed of by any state in the country-worth an estimated Rs.418 crore under "Operation Dahan" this year so far.

The force has also initiated proceedings to confiscate properties worth Rs.80.33 crore in 96 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, ranking second nationally in action against assets allegedly acquired through drug trafficking.

The figures were shared on Saturday as director general of police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna flagged off a five-member police contingent for an all-India motorcycle rally themed 'Fight Against Drugs' from the police headquarters in Lucknow. The rally, organised ahead of Natio...