Operation Trinetra: 25kg Cannabis Seized in Dungarpur
Rajasthan police arrest a 62-year-old man after uncovering an illegal cannabis farm in Vasua village under Operation Trinetra.
In a significant blow to illegal narcotics cultivation, the Rajasthan police have successfully carried out a cannabis seizure in Dungarpur, uncovering a hidden farm and arresting a local resident. The operation was part of the broader 'Operation Trinetra' campaign, which was specifically launched to maintain law and order ahead of the Panchayati Raj elections.
The Raid in Vasua Village
Acting on precise intelligence and under the strategic guidance of Superintendent of Police Manish Kumar, a team from the Chaurasi police station conducted a targeted raid in Vasua village. Upon arriving at the suspected site, officers were shocked to find a flourishing plantation of cannabis plants, some reaching heights of six to eight feet.
The Arrest and Confession
The police apprehended a 62-year-old man, identified as Dungar Nanoma, a resident of Vasua village. During the interrogation on the spot, Nanoma admitted that he was the one responsible for growing the illicit crop. When asked to produce legal documentation or permits for the cultivation, the accused failed to provide any valid paperwork, confirming the illegal nature of the farm.
Seizure Details and Market Value
Following the arrest, the police team meticulously uprooted the plants. Using an electronic scale to ensure accuracy, the authorities recorded a total recovery of 25 kilograms and 345 grams of green, wet cannabis.
According to police estimates, the street value of the confiscated narcotics is approximately 3.5 lakh rupees.
Legal Action
The accused has been taken into custody, and the police have officially registered a case against him under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The operation highlights the intensified vigilance of the Rajasthan police in curbing drug-related crimes in the region.