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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) successfully intercepted over 1 lakh bottles of Codeine-based cough syrup in operations across Tripura and West Bengal. Utilizing innovative concealment tactics, these pharmaceutical products were hidden within metallic drums covered by powder. Collaborating with Railway Protection Force and Assam Rifles, DRI officers arrested one
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The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has seized 104.9 kg of ganja in Bihar as part of its ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking in India. Two individuals were arrested during the operation conducted under the NDPS Act, 1985. This is a continuation of the DRI's anti-narcotic activities
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The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) secured convictions of 73 drug offenders in the first quarter of 2026, marking a high point in the Modi government's campaign against drug trafficking. With increased convictions and substantial sentences being imposed, the government stresses its zero-tolerance policy on drug abuse and trafficking.
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The Railway Protection Force (RPF), leveraging enhanced monitoring methods, detected 4,328 drug trafficking cases on Indian railways over a three-year period. Empowered by the NDPS Act, 1985, RPF has actively contributed to drug enforcement by conducting coordinated efforts with other agencies, utilizing CCTV surveillance, and implementing public awareness campaigns.
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The Delhi Police, under the directive of the Ministry of Home Affairs, has been actively involved in a major anti-drug campaign dubbed "Operation Kavach." This initiative, aimed at eradicating the influence of drug mafias in New Delhi, has led to numerous raids and arrests over a three-year period
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The Ministry of Home Affairs has intensified its anti-narcotic initiatives through the Narco-Coordination (NCORD) mechanism, improving cooperation among central and state bodies and law enforcement to combat drug trafficking. Significant infrastructure enhancements and strategic meetings have been conducted to streamline operations and intelligence sharing. Furthermore, databases like NIDAAN are being
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The Government of India has initiated various efforts in coordination with Central and State Drug Law Enforcement Agencies to combat drug trafficking. Measures include setting up a 4-tier Narco-Coordination Centre mechanism, establishing Anti-Narcotics Task Forces across all States/UTs, and empowering Border Guarding Forces and Railway Protection Forces under the
Indian Railways
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) has made significant strides in ensuring passenger safety and security across Indian Railways from January to October 2025. Key initiatives include rescuing 16,450 children under Operation 'Nanhe Farishtey', saving 2,658 lives through 'Jeevan Raksha', cracking down on drug trafficking
cocaine seizure
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has intercepted a major cocaine smuggling attempt at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, seizing 4.7 kg of cocaine valued at ₹47 crore. The drugs were concealed in coffee packets and a female passenger arriving from Colombo was arrested along with
DRI
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a significant narcotics manufacturing and distribution network in Delhi NCR, seizing a total of 16.27 kg of Amphetamine, 7.9 kg of Cocaine, 1.8 kg of Heroin, 2.13 kg of Ganja, and 115.42 kg of precursor chemicals, valued
Railway Protection Force
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) participated in the Vedanta Half Marathon 2025 in New Delhi with a contingent of 26 personnel, including 5 women officials. The theme 'Operation NARCOS: RPF Against Drug Trafficking' highlights the RPF's efforts to raise awareness against drug abuse and curb drug
Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the second National Conference of the Heads of Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) in New Delhi, emphasizing a comprehensive strategy against drug trafficking. He announced the destruction of 1.37 lakh kilograms of drugs worth ₹4,800 crore and called for a unified approach involving