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Punjab’s Anti-Drug Campaign Disrupts Smuggling Networks and Draws ISI Attention

The 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' operation has led to thousands of arrests, significant seizures, and cross-border cartel disruptions, while intelligence warns of ISI efforts to destabilize the region.

Punjab director general of police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav on Monday said the state will not allow anyone to disturb peace and harmony in the state. He said the ongoing anti-drug campaign “Yudh Nashian Virudh” has rattled Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” in Punjab entering 18th day, the state police on Tuesday arrested 95 drug smugglers and recovered 11 kg heroin, 7.5 kg opium and ₹31,000 drug money from their possession. (HT File)
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The commissionerate police, Amritsar, on Tuesday busted a cross-border drug cartel with the arrest of a person and recovery of 8.08 kg of heroin, a .30-bore pistol and five cartridges from his possession.

Overview

  • Punjab Police have arrested 2,575 drug smugglers and seized large quantities of heroin, opium, weapons, and drug money in the 18-day campaign.
  • Recent operations include the busting of a cross-border drug cartel in Amritsar, with 8.08 kg of heroin, a pistol, and ammunition recovered.
  • Drones are being used by smugglers for cross-border drug drops, complicating enforcement efforts; a smuggler linked to such operations was recently apprehended.
  • The campaign has gained public support through initiatives like an anonymous helpline and resolutions passed by local communities to combat drug abuse.
  • Intelligence reports indicate Pakistan's ISI is strategizing to counter the campaign’s success and destabilize Punjab, highlighting the geopolitical stakes.