Punjab Police: In a major breakthrough in the fight against cross-border narco-terror networks, Faridkot Police, under the leadership of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, recovered 12.1 kg of heroin and apprehended two drug smugglers in a meticulously planned, two-week-long source-based operation.
Bhagwant Mann’s Punjab Police Makes Major Breakthrough Against Cross-Border Narco-Terror Networks
Preliminary investigations reveal that the arrested smugglers were in contact with Pakistan-based traffickers, indicating the involvement of a large transnational smuggling network. The illicit consignment was seized from Village Jhariwala, under the jurisdiction of PS Sadar Faridkot.
A case has been officially registered at PS Sadar Faridkot
A case has been officially registered at PS Sadar Faridkot, and the police are conducting an in-depth investigation to uncover the full network’s structure, including both backward and forward linkages. Authorities are working to trace handlers, supply chains, and financial connections behind this operation.
Punjab Police, led by the state government, remains firmly committed to eliminating drug trafficking and ensuring a safer Punjab for its citizens.
The operation was executed with precise coordination between local intelligence units and field officers, showcasing the enhanced capabilities of the Punjab Police under the present administration. The recovered heroin is valued at several crores in the black market, underlining the magnitude of the seizure.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann lauded the efforts of the Faridkot Police, stating that “our government is determined to crack down on all forms of organized crime. Drug trafficking is not only a law-and-order issue but also a major threat to the youth and future of Punjab. We will continue taking strict measures to dismantle these criminal networks.”
Further investigations are ongoing, and the police are working to apprehend other key members of the syndicate. The Punjab government has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy toward narcotics and will continue to strengthen surveillance along the India-Pakistan border to prevent such illegal activities in the future.
