Bhagwant Mann: In a major breakthrough against narcotics trafficking, the Punjab Police, under an intelligence-led operation, has busted a cross-border drug smuggling module in Ferozepur district, leading to the arrest of two accused and the recovery of 4.013 kilograms of heroin, officials said on Tuesday.
Bhagwant Mann Government Busts Cross-Border Drug Smuggling Module in Ferozepur
According to the Director General of Police (DGP), Punjab Police, preliminary investigations have revealed that the seized heroin consignment was smuggled from Pakistan, indicating strong cross-border linkages behind the illegal operation. Authorities said backward linkages have been established, pointing to an organised network involved in transnational drug trafficking.
FIR Registered, Probe Ongoing
An FIR has been registered at Police Station Mamdot in Ferozepur, and further investigation is underway to identify and apprehend other individuals connected to the smuggling network. Police officials stated that efforts are being intensified to trace the supply chain and financial trails linked to the operation.
Punjab Police’s Anti-Drug Drive
Reiterating its commitment to eradicating drug menace from the state, the Punjab Police said it remains focused on dismantling narco-networks and ensuring a drug-free, safe, and secure Punjab. The latest seizure is being seen as a significant success in the state’s ongoing crackdown on cross-border drug smuggling.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has consistently emphasized zero tolerance towards drugs, with law enforcement agencies directed to take strict action against smugglers and organised crime syndicates operating in Punjab.
The seizure once again highlights the continued challenge of cross-border narcotics trafficking and the role of intelligence-based policing in countering it.
