Amritsar Authorities Demolish Illegal Property of Suspected Drug Peddler
In a decisive move against drug trafficking, the district administration in Amritsar has demolished an illegally acquired property associated with a suspected drug peddler. The action took place on Tuesday in Subash Colony on Batala Road, targeting a structure measuring approximately 80 square yards.
Details of the Suspect and Property
The demolished property belonged to Mukhtar Singh, a 41-year-old resident of Subash Colony, Mustafabad. Singh, who reportedly works as an e-rickshaw driver, has been implicated in multiple cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. He is currently out on bail, with police records indicating two FIRs and three daily diary reports (DDRs) registered against him between 2023 and 2025. These cases involve charges under Sections 21, 21-B, 27-A, and 29 of the NDPS Act, highlighting his alleged involvement in narcotics activities.
Enforcement Campaign and Deterrent Message
The demolition was executed by the Amritsar Municipal Corporation as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle assets believed to be funded by drug trafficking proceeds. Authorities emphasized that such actions aim to send a strong deterrent message against the narcotics trade, reinforcing their commitment to combating drug networks across the district. Police officials have urged public cooperation, encouraging citizens to share information via the Punjab Police Anti-Drug Helpline (97791-00200) and Anti-Gangster Helpline (93946-93946), with assurances of confidentiality and rewards for credible inputs.
Comprehensive Crackdown Statistics
Providing further context, officials detailed the extensive campaign against drug trafficking from March 1, 2025, to March 16, 2026. During this period, enforcement teams registered a total of 1,877 cases under the NDPS Act, resulting in the arrest of 3,321 individuals. Significant seizures included:
- 280.255 kg of heroin
- 31.876 kg of opium
- 6.394 kg of methamphetamine (ice drug)
- 9 kg of ganja
- 16.125 kg of charas
- 0.112 kg of cocaine
- 325.492 kg of narcotic powder
- 25 kg of poppy husk
Additionally, authorities recovered 1,550 injections and 1,96,980 capsules or tablets. The crackdown also led to the confiscation of drug money amounting to Rs 31,186,415 and the impounding of 136 vehicles used in narcotics activities, comprising 37 four-wheelers, three three-wheelers, and 96 two-wheelers.
Continued Efforts and Public Appeal
Authorities have affirmed that the drive against drug trafficking and abuse will continue with full intensity across Amritsar district. They reiterated their resolve to intensify action against drug networks, underscoring the importance of community involvement in reporting suspicious activities. This sustained campaign reflects a focused approach to curbing the narcotics trade and its associated crimes, aiming to enhance public safety and law enforcement effectiveness in the region.
