Drug Overdose Deaths Rock Punjab; Rajasthan Busts Bathinda Robbery Gang
A suspected drug overdose claimed the life of a man in Muktsar, Punjab, on July 12, 2025, leading to a police case against the suspected supplier. The incident highlights the escalating drug problem plaguing the state.
Tragedy struck again in Ghagga village, where another young person succumbed to a suspected drug overdose on the same day. Authorities are investigating both deaths to ascertain the source and type of narcotics involved.
In a separate development, Rajasthan Police made a significant breakthrough, arresting three Bathinda residents and an accomplice for a Rs 4 lakh robbery. The arrests underscore the cross-border criminal activities affecting the region.
These incidents underscore the urgent need for strengthened law enforcement and rehabilitation programs to combat the drug menace and rising crime rates in Punjab and neighbouring states. The inter-state nature of the robbery further highlights the need for improved coordination between state police forces.
