Opium Bust: Moradabad Duo Nabbed in Punjab
Two young men from Moradabad, Sagar Kumar and Chirag, were apprehended at a Dera Bassi bus stand on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Authorities seized 3.25 kg of opium from their possession.
The duo was immediately taken into custody by the local police.
Charges under the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act have been filed against them.
This significant drug seizure highlights the ongoing challenge of narcotics trafficking across state borders. The investigation is underway to uncover the larger network involved and the ultimate destination of the opium. This incident underscores the need for strengthened inter-state cooperation in combating the drug menace.
