The arrest was made in the Naubasta area of Kanpur, where police officers acting on routine surveillance and intelligence inputs stopped a car for inspection. During the search, officers discovered a large stash of marijuana concealed inside the vehicle. The suspect, a young man who was driving the car at the time, was immediately taken into custody.
According to police officials, the recovered marijuana carries an estimated market value of around ₹30 lakh. The vehicle used for transportation has also been confiscated as part of the investigation. Authorities stated that the manner in which the drugs were being transported suggests an organized trafficking attempt rather than personal possession.
Following the arrest, police launched an intensive interrogation to trace the origin of the consignment and identify its intended destination. Investigators are now working to determine whether the accused is part of a larger inter-district or inter-state drug supply network. Officials indicated that efforts are underway to identify suppliers, receivers, and any additional individuals linked to the operation.
Legal proceedings have been initiated under relevant provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, and further action will be taken based on the findings of the ongoing investigation. Police have emphasized that such operations are part of a broader strategy to curb illegal drug trade and protect public safety.
The seizure underscores the growing vigilance of law enforcement agencies in Kanpur against narcotics trafficking and highlights the persistent challenge posed by organized drug networks. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to intensifying enforcement efforts to dismantle such operations and prevent the spread of illegal substances in the region.
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