Battling cross-border drug smuggling, Batala police seized 23 kg heroin during the current year

Batala police seized over 23 kg of heroin smuggled from Pakistan this year, arresting 263 individuals. While less than the previous year’s haul, the seizures are part of a larger crackdown netting various narcotics, cash, and assets. Drone usage has escalated, facilitating cross-border drug trafficking, even involving youth.