Bhagwant Mann: In a major success against trans-border narcotics smuggling, the Punjab Police’s Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), Border Range, in a joint operation with the Border Security Force (BSF), has recovered 19.980 kilograms of heroin and arrested four accused, including a key operative managing the drug supply chain.
Bhagwant Mann Bust Cross-Border Drug Racket
According to the Director General of Police (DGP), Punjab Police, the operation marks a significant breakthrough in the ongoing crackdown on cross-border narco networks operating in the border districts of Punjab. Preliminary investigations have revealed that the arrested accused was in direct contact with Pakistan-based handlers and was actively coordinating the delivery and distribution of large drug consignments across the region.
Seizes Nearly 20 Kg Heroin; Four Arrested
An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Officials said further investigation is underway to identify the complete network, trace cross-border supply routes, and uncover other operatives linked to the smuggling racket.
Officials said the seizure of nearly 20 kg of heroin has potentially prevented thousands of doses of the deadly drug from reaching the streets, especially the youth of Punjab. The recovered contraband is estimated to have a high international market value, indicating the scale at which cross-border drug syndicates are operating. Police sources described the recovery as one of the significant drug hauls in recent weeks.
Senior police officials stated that the joint operation highlights strong coordination between the Punjab Police and the BSF in safeguarding the international border and preventing the inflow of drugs from across the border. The ANTF is now focusing on dismantling the entire syndicate and identifying financial links connected to the seized heroin.
Reaffirming its zero-tolerance policy against drugs, the Punjab Police said it remains resolute in its mission to eradicate the drug menace and destroy cross-border narco-terror networks threatening the youth and security of the state.
