The Bhagwant Mann said it has intensified its anti-drug campaign, reporting multiple raids across Punjab as part of Day 360 of its ongoing “Yudh Nashian Virudh” initiative. Officials confirmed the arrest of 83 alleged drug smugglers during the latest enforcement operations.
Seizures during raids: Bhagwant Mann
According to police data, authorities recovered 431 grams of heroin, 12 kilograms of poppy husk, 323 intoxicant tablets or capsules and ₹4,860 suspected drug money. Officials stated that the seizures were made during coordinated operations conducted at multiple locations across the state.
Cumulative action under campaign
Police said the campaign has resulted in the arrest of 51,086 alleged drug traffickers over the past 360 days. Authorities described the drive as a sustained enforcement effort aimed at dismantling drug supply networks and curbing illegal trafficking activities.
Alongside enforcement measures, officials reported that 25 individuals were persuaded to enroll in de-addiction and rehabilitation programs. Police emphasized that the initiative combines strict law-enforcement action with rehabilitation support to address both supply and demand aspects of drug abuse.
Officials said operations were carried out with the support of the Anti-Narcotics Task Force Punjab, which has been tasked with identifying supply chains, monitoring trafficking patterns and coordinating intelligence inputs. The unit works alongside district police teams to ensure swift action against suspected smugglers and distributors.
Authorities noted that the operations involve coordination between specialized anti-narcotics units, district police teams and intelligence branches. The goal, they said, is to track trafficking routes, identify organized networks and strengthen preventive policing.
Law-enforcement officials reiterated that tackling drug trafficking remains a priority because of its links to organized crime, health risks and social challenges. They urged citizens to cooperate with authorities by reporting suspicious activities and supporting awareness campaigns.
