Amritsar’s Chheharta police station turned the tide against smuggling on February 12 with a daring raid that shattered a sophisticated drug racket spanning international borders. Officers nabbed two smugglers in possession of 7 kilograms and 630 grams of high-purity heroin, alongside Rs 21,800 in illicit cash proceeds.
This NDPS case exposes a web of virtual communications linking the accused to a shadowy Dubai handler who funneled consignments over the frontier. The kingpin not only supplied the drugs but also micromanaged distribution logistics, with ties to a notorious 43-kg heroin seizure earlier.
Punjab Police’s official social media update highlighted the triumph, underscoring their unyielding drive to dismantle narco-terror outfits and foster a narcotic-free state. As part of the broader anti-drug offensive, such strikes have intensified, yielding consistent successes.
Community leaders and residents voiced strong support, emphasizing how these interventions protect vulnerable young lives from substance abuse. Interrogations are intensifying to unravel the full syndicate, with raids planned to capture accomplices.
Authorities are calling on the public for vigilance and tips on trafficking hotspots. With evidence mounting, prosecutors are gearing up for airtight charges, signaling zero tolerance for such criminal enterprises threatening Punjab’s future.