Timeline India

Category: Drugs

The Drugs category covers information on illegal drug trafficking, substance abuse, law enforcement efforts, and public health initiatives aimed at addressing drug-related issues and their societal impact

  • Vitla: Four Ganja Peddlers Arrested with Bike and Contraband Worth ₹17,000

    Bantwal, September 16, 2025: In a targeted operation, Vitla Police apprehended four individuals attempting to sell ganja near Alike village, seizing a motorcycle and contraband valued at ₹17,000. The arrests were made during routine patrols in the Erumbu Road area of Alike village, Bantwal Taluk.

    The accused have been identified as Sanath Kumar (23), a resident of Mangalpadavu; Mohammed Razik (23), son of Abdul Razak; Chetan (23), a resident of Kodapadavu; and Dhyan Kerkera (23), from Ennemajalu. Police Sub-Inspector Ramakrishna and his team, while on rounds, spotted the suspects acting suspiciously near a two-wheeler and detained them for questioning.

    The interrogation revealed that the group was transporting ganja in their motorcycle for illegal sale to local consumers. A search yielded 6.27 grams of ganja, three mobile phones, and the vehicle bearing registration KA19EA7018.

    Vitla Police have registered a case under Crime No. 126/2025, invoking Sections 8(b) and 20(b)(ii)(A) of the NDPS Act, along with Section 3(5) of the BNS 2023.

  • Manipal: Police Arrest Accused in Illegal Drug Sale Operation

    Manipal, September 15, 2025 – In a swift action against drug peddling, Manipal Police Station arrested a 26-year-old man for possessing and selling MDMA (Ecstasy) in a public place near Vidyarathna Nagar, Manipal. The operation, led by Police Inspector Mahesh Prasad and his team, resulted in the seizure of 6.61 grams of the contraband substance, valued at approximately ₹13,000, along with two mobile phones worth ₹60,000.

    Acting on a tip-off received at 07:30 AM, the police team reached the spot near Nandini Milk Parlour on Deputy Commissioner Office Road in Vidyarathna Nagar, Shivalli Village, Udupi Taluk. They confirmed the presence of the accused near a scooter bearing registration number KA20-HF-8927 at 09:20 AM and conducted a raid.

    The accused, identified as Mohammed Arfan (26), son of Mohammed Adil, a resident of House No. 2-1-31 near Badriya Masjid, Vinaya Nagar, Belapu Post and Village, Kapu Taluk, Udupi District, was taken into custody. A search of the scooter’s dashboard revealed two mobile phones and a white plastic container. Inside an air zip plastic cover within the container, 6.61 grams of white MDMA powder was recovered.

    The accused was allegedly selling the narcotic substance for personal profit. The total estimated value of the seized items stands at ₹73,000.

    Manipal Police have registered a case under Crime No. 165/2025, invoking Sections 8(c), 20(B), and 22(B) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.

  • Udupi: Police Seize 65 kg Ganja from Lorry on Kinnimulky Highway

    Udupi, September 11, 2025

    In a major breakthrough against drug trafficking, the Udupi CEN (Cyber, Economic, and Narcotics) Crime Police Station seized 65 kg of ganja from a lorry on National Highway 66 near Kinnimulky on Thursday, September 11, 2025. The operation was based on credible intelligence about illegal transportation of narcotics.

    The lorry, traveling from Mangaluru towards Udupi, was intercepted during a routine check. Upon thorough inspection, officers discovered the ganja concealed within the vehicle. The seized contraband, valued at several lakhs, marks a significant haul in the region’s ongoing fight against drug smuggling.

  • Udupi: Individuals Arrested for Drug Trafficking Targeting Students and Workers in Manipal

    Udupi, August 18, 2025 – In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Manipal police arrested three individuals involved in the sale of ganja and LSD, targeting students and workers in private industries in Manipal, Udupi district. The accused, identified as Afshin from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, Shivanidhi Acharya from Shivalli, Udupi, and Manish from Kasaragod, Kerala, were apprehended following a police operation led by Inspector Mahesh Prasad.

    The operation began after four workers from Kerala—Ajeesh (28), Vipin (32), Bipin (24), and Akhil (26)—tested positive for ganja consumption. Their samples, sent for laboratory analysis, confirmed the use, leading to cases being filed against them. Further investigation revealed that the ganja was supplied by Mithun, who sourced the drugs, including LSD, from Bengaluru for sale in Manipal.

    On Saturday night, police raided Room No. 03 on the first floor of Manipal Auto Bar near Narasinghe Devasthana Road in Herga village, seizing 1.237 kg of ganja, 0.038 grams of LSD strips, plastic covers, a digital scale, ₹2,000 in cash, and two mobile phones from Afshin and Shivanidhi. A subsequent raid on Manish’s residence at Flat No. 004, Mandavi Sapphire Apartment in Vidyaratna Nagar, Manipal, led to the recovery of 653 grams of ganja, two digital scales, a ganja crusher, ₹3,000 in cash, and one mobile phone. The accused were presented before the court, which remanded them to judicial custody.

    Afshin, a former student of a private Ayurvedic college, targeted engineering students and workers, while Shivanidhi, an engineering student from Mangaluru, sold drugs to students and locals. Manish, a welder, supplied ganja to workers from Kerala and other states in Manipal. Notably, Afshin has a prior MDMA trafficking case from 2023 in Manipal, and Manish was involved in a ganja consumption case in Bekal, Kerala.

    Acting on instructions from Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar IPS, the Manipal police recently conducted drug tests on out-of-state students and industrial workers, uncovering the trafficking network. The operation, led by PSI Akshay Kumari, highlights ongoing efforts to curb drug-related activities in the region, particularly targeting vulnerable groups like students and laborers.

  • Bhatkal: Police Seize ₹50,000 Worth of Ganja, Two Accused fled

    Bhatkal, August 13, 2025 – Bhatkal City Police, led by PSI Naveen Naik, conducted a raid on August 12, 2025, at around 6:00 PM near Tenginagundi Cross on National Highway-66, seizing approximately 1.75 kg of ganja valued at ₹50,000. The police also confiscated a white Renault Kwid car, estimated to be worth ₹5 lakh, a digital weighing machine, and other items used in the illegal transport of the narcotic.

    The accused, identified as Sayyad Gulzar (22) and Sayyad Muktiyar, both from Kasarakod, Tonka, in Honnavar taluk, fled during the operation. A manhunt has been launched to apprehend the absconding suspects. A case has been registered at Bhatkal City Police Station, and further investigations are underway to trace the source and network behind the ganja trafficking.

  • Udupi District Police Forms Anti-Drug Awareness Committees in 166 Colleges: SP

    Udupi, August 11, 2025 – In a bid to combat drug abuse and promote awareness, the Udupi District Police have established anti-drug and awareness committees in 166 colleges across the district, under the slogan “From Drugs to Awareness, Towards a Drug-Free India,” announced Superintendent of Police (SP) Hariram Shankar.

    Speaking at a press conference in Udupi on Monday, SP Shankar explained that the initiative aims to prevent students from falling into the trap of substance abuse by fostering close coordination between college authorities and the police department. The committees have been formed in 120 pre-university colleges and 46 professional colleges, and will operate under the leadership of the Udupi District Collector.

    Each committee will include the college principal, two staff members, and one student representative from each class, with a mandatory inclusion of at least two female students. The jurisdictional police station officer will serve as the nodal officer. Instructions have been issued to hold monthly committee meetings and organize awareness programs, the SP added.

    Random Blood Tests for Students: As part of the drive, 10% of students in each college will undergo random blood tests on a quarterly basis. If any student tests positive for drug use, the information will be shared with the nodal officer.

    SP Shankar emphasized that if drug consumption is detected, the student’s details will be kept confidential, and they will be provided with close counseling to facilitate rehabilitation. Colleges have been directed to obtain consent letters from all students before conducting medical examinations.

    The District Health and Family Welfare Officer will deploy trained staff teams to designated locations for conducting these tests. In cases where students test positive, they will undergo counseling, and information about drug peddlers will be gathered and passed to the nodal officer for appropriate legal action.

    At the district level, the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DYSP) from Udupi Town Police Station (mobile: 8277989100) has been appointed as the nodal officer, with the Karkala Assistant SP currently handling the role on an interim basis, the SP informed.

  • Mangaluru: Six Arrested, Over 5 Kilos of Ganja Seized in City-Wide Drug Crackdown

    Mangaluru, August 9, 2025: In a major operation under the ‘Drug-Free Mangaluru’ campaign, the Mangaluru city police arrested six individuals on August 8, seizing over 5 kilograms of ganja in a targeted crackdown on drug peddling networks focusing on college students, youth, and local residents.

    Kudroli: Ganja Peddler Nabbed

    Abdul Samad, alias Chammu, was arrested in the Kudroli–Khandatpalli area for covertly supplying ganja to college students and young adults. Police recovered 1.04 kilograms of ganja from his possession. A case has been registered at Mangaluru North police station, and Samad is in judicial custody.

    Mulki: College-Focused Peddling Busted

    In Kolnadu–Angappayyanakadu, under Mulki police station limits, Dharmalinga, a resident of Angappayya Kadu, was apprehended for selling ganja to students, laborers, and youth. Authorities seized 1.09 kilograms of ganja. A case has been filed, and investigations are ongoing.

    Bajpe: Bihar Duo Caught in Inter-State Drug Trade

    Daulat Kumar Sharma and Mohammad Khushalam, both from Bihar, were arrested in Maravoor under Bajpe police station for supplying ganja and bhang to local youth. Police seized 1.189 kilograms of ganja and 219 grams of bhang. Both are in custody, with a case registered.

    Padil: Two Youths Arrested

    In Kankanady police station limits near Padil, Karthik and Mohit were intercepted while attempting to sell 800 grams of ganja. The duo has been arrested and remanded to custody, with a case filed.

    Mangaluru East: Kerala Engineering Student Held

    Pranav K V, an engineering Peak student from Malappuram, Kerala, was arrested by Mangaluru East police for supplying ganja to students and locals. Police seized 1.1 kilograms of ganja from him. He has been remanded, and a case has been registered.

    Ongoing Investigation

    Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy stated, “Interrogations have revealed leads on broader supply networks, including buyers linked to the arrested individuals. Dedicated teams are working across all police stations to apprehend others involved.” The operation underscores the police’s commitment to curbing the drug menace in Mangaluru.