Amritsar, 10 June (H.S.): Amritsar Rural Police and the Border Security Force (BSF)

recovered approximately 3.05 kilograms of heroin during a special

anti-narcotics operation in the border area. The seized contraband is estimated

to be worth several crores of rupees in the international market.

According to official sources, the joint

operation was launched after receiving information about suspicious activities

near the border. A search operation conducted by the Gharinda Police Station

team and BSF personnel led to the recovery of three packets. Two of the packets

contained heroin, while the third reportedly contained another narcotic

substance.

The total weight of the recovered drugs was

around 3.05 kilograms. Preliminary investigations suggest that the consignment

was intended to be smuggled into Punjab from across the international border.

However, due to the alertness and timely action of the security agencies, the

large drug consignment was intercepted before it could reach its intended

destination.

Officials believe the seizure has dealt a

significant blow to an international drug smuggling network operating along the

border. Investigating agencies are now working to identify the individuals

involved in the trafficking operation and determine who was supposed to receive

the consignment.

The Amritsar Rural Police stated that the

campaign against drug traffickers will continue with full intensity and that

every possible effort is being made to make Punjab drug-free. Police officials

described the recovery as a major achievement in the ongoing fight against

narcotics and border-related crimes.

Authorities

have launched a detailed investigation into the case, and further revelations

regarding the smuggling network are expected in the coming days.

Hindusthan Samachar / GURSHARAN SINGH