3 people have been arrested under the NDPS Act in Kangra.
Hospice: In Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, police took major action against drug smuggling and arrested 3 people on Independence Day. The arrested Russian citizens include a woman and a man. Police have recovered 102 grams of charas from them. At the same time, in another case, the patrol team of Baijnath Police Station has recovered 78.30 grams of charas from a person.
How did the police capture Russian?
Kangra Superintendent of Police (SP) Ashok Ratan said that a team of Panchrukhi police station had received secret information. Based on this information, the police searched a vehicle and recovered 102 grams of charas from 2 Russian citizens including a woman aboard it. Both were taken into custody and a case was registered against them under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act. Also, his vehicle was also confiscated.
A man arrested from Padol Road
In another incident, the patrol team of Baijnath Police Station arrested Vishal Kumar, a resident of Padol Road, Baijnath. 78.30 grams of charas was recovered from Vishal. Action has also been taken against him under the NDPS Act. SP Ashok Ratan said, ‘We will continue strict action against drug smugglers and illicit liquor supplements. There is an appeal to the public to inform the police about such activities. The identity of those who give information will be kept completely confidential.
What is NDPS Act?
Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Act (NDPS Act), 1985 is a tough law made to prevent drug smuggling in India. This act controls the production, storage, transportation and sale of drugs such as charas, cannabis, heroin, cocaine and other psychotropic substances. Its purpose is to prevent smuggling of drugs and addiction in the country. The amount of punishment under the NDPS Act depends on the quantity and type of drug and type.
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