Bhagwant Mann’s War on Drugs: Punjab Police Seizes 23 Kg Heroin in Major Smuggling Crackdown

In a significant breakthrough against trans-border drug smuggling, Amritsar Rural Police has recovered 23 kg of heroin from village Devi Daspura, Jandiala. The consignment has been linked to an international drug syndicate operated by USA-based smuggler Jasmit Singh, alias Lucky. 

In a major blow to trans-border smuggling, Amritsar Rural Police has successfully recovered 23 Kg Heroin from village Devi Daspura, Jandiala. The consignment is linked to a smuggling network operated by #USA-based smuggler Jasmit Singh @ Lucky.

In this case, Sahilpreet Singh @… pic.twitter.com/zv8BnT4mI7

— DGP Punjab Police (@DGPPunjabPolice) March 5, 2025

Key Arrests & Investigations Underway

The police have nominated Sahilpreet Singh, alias Karan, a resident of Devi Daspura, in connection with the case. Multiple police teams are actively pursuing his arrest. An FIR under the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Jandiala.

Punjab Government’s Commitment to a Drug-Free State

Under Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s leadership, Punjab Police has intensified its crackdown on drug cartels, working to trace both backward and forward linkages in the smuggling network. The operation underscores the state’s commitment to dismantling narcotics syndicates and safeguarding Punjab’s youth.

Authorities believe that this heroin consignment was destined for distribution across various regions, with links to a larger cross-border drug network. The police are also investigating financial trails to identify key players involved in financing and logistics. Further arrests are expected as the probe deepens.

Further investigations are underway, with law enforcement agencies on high alert to curb drug trafficking across borders.