Kullu (Kameshwar Sharma): A major Kullu Drug Smuggling Arrest took place after Jari police station team arrested two individuals with narcotic substances during a routine patrol in the Manikaran area.
On May 14, 2026, the police team was patrolling near the Malana company residential area when they noticed two suspicious individuals sitting beside the road.
Narcotics and Cash Recovered During Search
During the search operation, police recovered 19 grams of charas/cannabis, 156 grams of poppy husk, and ₹15,000 cash from the accused.
The arrested individuals were identified as Veer Singh, aged 32, son of Gurjant Singh, resident of village Jhaneedi, Sangrur (Punjab), and Gurcharan, aged 47, son of Vikram Singh, resident of village Karacho, Sangrur (Punjab).
Drug Smuggling Arrest: FIR Registered Under NDPS Act
After the recovery, police registered a case at Manikaran police station under Sections 15 and 20 of the NDPS Act.
Moreover, officials have launched a detailed investigation to determine the source of the narcotics and the intended supply chain.
Investigation Into Drug Supply Network
Police are now trying to trace where the accused procured the drugs from and where they planned to deliver them.
Furthermore, authorities suspect a wider drug trafficking network operating in the region. Investigations are ongoing to identify other possible links.
Continuous Anti-Drug Campaign in Kullu
The Kullu police have been running a continuous anti-drug campaign across the district. As a result, regular operations have led to multiple arrests of drug traffickers in recent weeks.
In addition, police officials stated that strict action will continue against those involved in illegal drug trade.
Public Safety Remains Priority
Authorities emphasized that maintaining public safety and eliminating drug trafficking remain top priorities.
Therefore, police teams will continue surveillance and patrol operations in sensitive areas like Manikaran and surrounding regions.
5 Key Points of the Drug Smuggling Arrest:
- Jari police arrested two individuals in Kullu with narcotics.
- 19g charas, 156g poppy husk and ₹15,000 cash recovered.
- Both accused are residents of Sangrur, Punjab.
- Case registered under NDPS Act sections 15 and 20.
- Police continue anti-drug operations across Kullu district.
