Khanna Police Nab Drug Peddler with One Kilogram of Heroin in Samrala Raid
In a significant crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Khanna police have arrested a drug peddler after recovering one kilogram of heroin from his possession in the Samrala area. The operation, based on a tip-off, led to the apprehension of the accused, who has been identified as 23-year-old Gurmeet Singh, a resident of Oda Basti on Border Road in Fazilka.
Police Action Based on Specific Intelligence
According to police officials, on January 15, 2026, at around 7:15 PM, ASI Pramod Kumar received specific information from a reliable source regarding Gurmeet Singh's involvement in drug trafficking activities. The tip-off indicated that the accused had brought a large consignment of heroin in a backpack to the bus stand on Samrala Bypass along Chandigarh Road, and he could be apprehended with a substantial quantity of narcotics.
Khanna SSP Darpan Ahluwalia stated that based on this credible intelligence, a case under relevant sections of the NDPS Act was registered at the Samrala police station. A dedicated police team was swiftly mobilized to conduct a raid at the indicated location, leading to the successful apprehension of Gurmeet Singh.
Seizure and Investigation Details
During the raid, a search of the backpack carried by Gurmeet Singh yielded one kilogram of heroin, confirming the initial information. The accused was immediately taken into custody as per standard police procedures. Police sources have revealed that custodial interrogation of Gurmeet Singh is currently underway, and important disclosures are expected to emerge from the process.
Investigators are actively working to determine the source from where Gurmeet Singh procured the heroin and to whom he was supposed to deliver the consignment. This line of inquiry is crucial for dismantling the broader drug network operating in the region.
Background of the Accused and Drug Trade Involvement
SSP Darpan Ahluwalia provided insights into the background of the accused, noting that Gurmeet Singh worked as a driver with a ride-hailing service in Chandigarh. She explained that he was addicted to drugs, and due to mounting financial pressures, he had ventured into working as a courier in the illicit drug trade.
His handler had allegedly promised him a commission of Rs 30,000 per month for transporting drug consignments, which likely motivated his involvement in this dangerous activity. The police are now intensifying their efforts to identify this handler and trace the extensive network associated with the seized heroin consignment.
The arrest underscores the ongoing challenges posed by drug trafficking in the region and highlights the proactive measures taken by law enforcement agencies to combat this menace. Authorities remain committed to pursuing all leads to ensure that those involved in such illegal activities are brought to justice, thereby safeguarding community well-being.
