Investigation reveals ₹89 crore illicit proceeds linked to international narcotics ring

A comprehensive financial audit by the Enforcement Directorate uncovered approximately ₹89 crore in proceeds of crime (POC) tied to the heroin trafficking conspiracy. The money was generated through the sale of illegal narcotics, distribution of proceeds among syndicate members, and a sophisticated hawala system that moved at least ₹74 crore to Afghanistan.

The investigation also highlighted repeated search operations under the PMLA from July 15 to September 17, during which officers seized cash, drugs and related documentation. Evidence points to Dawar collaborating with co‑accused Harpreet Singh Talwar to receive goods and hawala payments in exchange for facilitating shipments from the international drug cartel.