In a significant blow to the narcotics trade in coastal Odisha, Jagatsinghpur police have successfully dismantled a drug network with the arrest of six alleged peddlers. The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 70 grams of brown sugar, a potent and illegal substance that has been plaguing the region.
Major Narcotics Haul in Coastal District
The crackdown came after weeks of surveillance and intelligence gathering by local law enforcement. Acting on specific tips about drug trafficking activities in the area, police teams conducted coordinated raids across multiple locations in Jagatsinghpur district.
The seized contraband, with an estimated street value running into several lakhs of rupees, represents one of the substantial drug recoveries in the region recently. Brown sugar, a highly addictive form of heroin, has been increasingly appearing in Odisha's illegal drug market, causing concern among authorities and communities alike.
Ongoing War Against Drugs
This operation is part of the Odisha police's intensified campaign against narcotics trafficking across the state. Police officials have confirmed that all six accused are currently being interrogated to uncover broader connections and supply chains.
"This successful operation demonstrates our commitment to creating a drug-free society," stated a senior police official involved in the case. "We are determined to track down and dismantle every link in the drug supply chain that threatens our youth and communities."
The arrested individuals are expected to be produced before a local court, where police will seek remand for further investigation. Authorities believe this bust will provide crucial leads to identify the masterminds operating behind the scenes of the drug trade in coastal Odisha.
