Major Drug Bust in Baran, Rajasthan: Police Seize 277 Kg of Opium and Arrest Two Smugglers

Baran, November 2 (Daily Kiran) : In a significant crackdown on illegal drug trafficking, police in Baran, Rajasthan, have seized 277.8 kilograms of opium and arrested two suspects. The operations, conducted by the Atru police over two days, also uncovered an illegal firearm and ammunition.

Acting on directives from District Superintendent of Police Abhishek Andasu, the police launched a special campaign targeting drug smuggling in the region. The first operation took place on October 30, when authorities apprehended Shivraj Gurjar and seized 15 kilograms of opium from him. A motorcycle used for transporting the drugs was also confiscated.

Subsequent operations on November 1 led to the arrest of Pukhraj Bishnoi, who was found in possession of an illegal pistol and five live cartridges. Following his interrogation, police searched a suspicious vehicle parked near a pond in Arda village, where they discovered an additional 262.8 kilograms of opium. The vehicle was also seized.

Overall, the Atru police’s efforts resulted in the recovery of a total of 277.8 kilograms of opium, along with a pistol and cartridges. Both suspects, Shivraj Gurjar and Pukhraj Bishnoi, face charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act as well as the Arms Act.

Superintendent Andasu emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards drug trafficking in the district. He stated that this operation has unveiled a significant smuggling network. Authorities are currently questioning the suspects to determine the source of the opium and its intended distribution points, with hopes of uncovering more names in the investigation.

The police chief urged the public to report any information regarding illegal drug activities to assist in ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in the area.