Jammu, April 16,2026 In a major breakthrough against narcotics trafficking, security forces have busted a cross-border drug network in Jammu, leading to the arrest of a most-wanted smuggler.
Acting on specific intelligence, joint teams of police and security agencies launched a coordinated operation, successfully dismantling a well-organized smuggling racket operating across the border. The accused, who had been evading arrest for a long time, is believed to be a key link in the network responsible for the distribution of narcotics in the region.
Officials revealed that the operation led to the seizure of a significant quantity of drugs and other incriminating material. Preliminary investigations suggest that the network had established supply chains connecting cross-border handlers with local distributors.
Authorities have termed the arrest a crucial step in breaking the backbone of drug trafficking routes in Jammu and Kashmir. Further investigations are underway to identify other members and uncover the full extent of the network.
The crackdown comes amid intensified efforts by the administration to eliminate the drug menace and safeguard the youth from substance abuse.
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