Punjab News: In a significant breakthrough against drug smuggling, Punjab Police’s Counter Intelligence unit in Pathankot, along with Gurdaspur Police, has apprehended one individual and seized 1.35 kg of heroin in a joint operation. The arrested suspect is reportedly part of a cross-border network that has been using drones to smuggle drugs from Pakistan into India. The investigation is ongoing, and further arrests are anticipated.
Drone Smuggling Tactics Unveiled
According to officials, the arrested individual was in direct contact with Pakistan-based operatives who used drones to transport narcotics into Indian territory. The use of drones to smuggle drugs has emerged as a growing threat in border states, allowing smugglers to evade traditional security measures. This seizure highlights the increasing sophistication of these cross-border drug cartels.
Investigation Targets Broader Network
The investigation is now focusing on uncovering both the forward and backward linkages of this smuggling network. Punjab Police are pursuing leads that may expose other individuals involved, including operatives on both sides of the border. Authorities are hopeful that more arrests will follow, and the entire network will be dismantled. An FIR has been lodged, and further developments are expected as the probe deepens.
Punjab Police’s Anti-Drug Campaign
The Punjab Police have reaffirmed their commitment to combating the drug menace in the state. This operation is part of their broader campaign to make Punjab drug-free. With consistent efforts from law enforcement and intelligence agencies, Punjab is intensifying its crackdown on drug smuggling, especially along the India-Pakistan border, which remains a hotspot for illicit activities.
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