Ludhiana Narcotics Bust: Major Seizure of ICE, Heroin, and Drug Proceeds Leads to Arrest

In a significant counter-narcotics operation, authorities in Ludhiana have apprehended an individual following the seizure of substantial quantities of methamphetamine (commonly known as ICE) and heroin, alongside ₹60,000 in suspected drug proceeds. The operation, spearheaded by the Criminal Investigation Agency (CIA), underscores ongoing efforts to dismantle local drug distribution networks. According to Inspector Palwinder Singh, CIA In-charge for Ludhiana, a First Information Report (FIR) has been formally registered under the stringent provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, signaling the commencement of a thorough judicial process. This arrest highlights the persistent challenges posed by synthetic and traditional narcotics in the region, with the confiscation of both substances and cash indicating potential mid-level trafficking activity. The intelligence-led action reflects coordinated law enforcement strategies aimed at curbing the supply chain and financial underpinnings of the illicit drug trade. Further investigations are anticipated to probe connections and supply routes, as authorities leverage this breakthrough to pursue broader operational leads.