The Karnataka police have arrested a man under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT NDPS) Act for his alleged involvement in drug trafficking in Udupi district. The accused, identified as Jagdish Poojary, a resident of Rajeevnagar, was taken into preventive custody on June 12, 2026.
Details of the Arrest
According to officials, Poojary's arrest was part of a broader crackdown on drug networks operating in the coastal region. The PIT NDPS Act allows for preventive detention to prevent individuals from engaging in illicit drug trafficking. The action was taken based on intelligence inputs and prior surveillance.
Legal Framework
The PIT NDPS Act is a stringent law that empowers authorities to detain suspects without trial for up to one year, subject to review, to disrupt drug trafficking rings. This is not a punitive measure but a preventive one, aimed at stopping illegal activities before they occur.
- Accused: Jagdish Poojary
- Residence: Rajeevnagar, Udupi
- Date of Arrest: June 12, 2026
- Act: PIT NDPS Act
Background
Udupi has seen increased police vigilance against drug trafficking in recent months. The arrest underscores the state's commitment to combating the narcotics trade. Further investigations are ongoing to identify other links in the network.
