Bareilly Police Bust Drug Smuggling Bid: 53kg Poppy Husk Seized
Bareilly police intercepted two smugglers and seized 53kg of doda chhilka worth ₹10 lakh near Aonla Road. Read more about the operation.
In a major blow to the narcotics trade in Uttar Pradesh, the Bareilly police drug seizure operation on October 15, 2026, led to the recovery of 53 kilograms of illegal doda chhilka (poppy husk). The contraband, which carries an estimated international market value of 10 lakh rupees, was intercepted during a precision strike by law enforcement officials.
The Operation: A Precision Strike
Acting on a strategic tip-off, a police team converged near a closed forest department school situated on Aonla Road. The area falls under the jurisdiction of the Bhamora police station. At approximately 10:20 a.m., the officers intercepted two suspects who were attempting to transport the illegal substance.
This operation was not a random encounter but part of a specialized campaign against criminal activities, executed under the strict directives of the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Bareilly.
The Arrests and Identities
The police successfully apprehended two individuals during the raid. They have been identified as:
- Sukhpal, 32, son of Ajaypal
- Ramsevak, 35, son of Tikaram
Both suspects are residents of Khanpur Bairagi village, located within the Dataganj police station area of the Badaun district.
The Law Enforcement Team
The successful seizure was the result of coordinated efforts by a dedicated police team, which included:
- Sub-Inspector Gaurav Kumar Chauhan
- Head Constable Manmohan
- Constables Vitul Tomar, Anant Tyagi, and Ankit Kumar
Legal Action and Charges
Following the arrest, the Bhamora police station registered a formal case against the duo. The smugglers have been booked under Case Crime Number 423/26. They face serious charges under Section 8/15 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
After completing all mandatory legal formalities, both Sukhpal and Ramsevak were presented before a local court to face judicial proceedings.