Major blow to drug smuggling in Punjab: 11 kg of heroin seized in Amritsar; police on high alert

July 6, 2026

The police have achieved a major breakthrough in the ongoing campaign against drug smugglers in Punjab. Acting on a tip-off, the Gharinda police station team recovered approximately 11.960 kg of heroin.

According to police officials, a special campaign is continuously underway with the aim of making Punjab drug-free. Acting on secret information received as part of this initiative, the police seized this large consignment. The recovered heroin is estimated to be worth crores of rupees in the international market.

Investigation into the smuggling network begins

The police have registered a case against the individuals involved and have initiated an investigation. Efforts are being made to determine the origin of the consignment and its intended destination. Investigative agencies are working to uncover the entire network linked to this smuggling operation.

Police’s stern message and appeal to the public

The Punjab Police states that a ‘zero-tolerance’ policy has been adopted against drug smugglers in the state, and the drug trade will not be allowed to flourish under any circumstances. Police officials have clarified that strict action against drug smugglers will continue, and no one involved in this illegal trade will be spared.

The police have also appealed to the public to immediately inform them if they come across any information regarding drug smuggling in their vicinity, so that effective steps can be taken to protect society from the menace of drugs.