CBN Seizes 1,093 Kg Poppy Husk in Madhya Pradesh

The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) seized 1,093.090 kg of poppy husk and arrested three accused in two separate anti-smuggling operations in Mandsaur and Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh, on Monday.

A joint CBN team raided a house in Akli village of Mandsaur district, recovering 898.180 kg of poppy husk stored in 46 sacks. A grinding machine allegedly used to convert the contraband into powder for trafficking was also seized. The house owner was arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

In the second operation, CBN officials intercepted a car and a motorcycle on the Manasa-Rampura bypass near Piplon village in Neemuch district. The motorcycle was escorting the car carrying the contraband. A search of the car led to the seizure of 194.910 kg of poppy husk, and officials confiscated both vehicles. Two accused were arrested.

CBN officials are continuing the investigation to identify others linked to the trafficking network. In a separate operation, Manasa police arrested a man and seized 41.2 kg of illegal poppy husk and a car during an anti-narcotics operation under the state's anti-drug campaign.

Acting on a tip-off, police set up a checkpoint near Bheru Bavji at Akhepur Bawda Phanta on the Diken road on Monday. They intercepted a car and recovered 41.2 kg of poppy husk from the vehicle. The accused, Pappulal Gehlot, was arrested and a case was registered under the NDPS Act.

The operations were led by senior police officials, including Nilesh Awasthi, in-charge of Manasa police station, under the guidance of SP Rajesh Vyas, ASP Hemlata Agrawal, and SDOP Shabera Ansari.

The seizures and arrests are part of the state's anti-drug campaign, which aims to promote a drug-free society. The campaign also includes awareness programs and rallies, such as the recent car and bike rally led by Indore Police.

The CBN and local police are working together to combat drug trafficking in the region. The seizures and arrests demonstrate their commitment to disrupting the supply chain and bringing those involved in the illicit trade to justice.

The anti-drug campaign is crucial in reducing the availability of illicit drugs and promoting a safer community. The efforts of the CBN and local police are essential in achieving this goal.

In conclusion, the seizures and arrests are a significant step in the fight against drug trafficking in Madhya Pradesh. The state's anti-drug campaign is a comprehensive approach that includes awareness programs, seizures, and arrests, all aimed at promoting a drug-free society.