Drone Raid in Kanpur: 11kg Ganja Seized, 3 Arrested
Kanpur police used drones and 135 personnel in a massive raid to seize 11kg of ganja and arrest three traffickers in Kanjadpurwa.
In a high-tech crackdown on the narcotics trade, the Kanpur police drug seizure operation on Sunday morning led to the recovery of 11 kilograms of ganja and the arrest of three individuals. The massive operation, which unfolded in the Kanjadpurwa area, showcased a strategic blend of manpower and modern surveillance to dismantle local drug trafficking.
A High-Tech Dawn Raid
The operation began at the break of dawn, around 5:00 a.m. on November 1, 2026. Under the direction of DCP South Deependra Nath Chaudhary, law enforcement agencies launched a coordinated strike within the limits of the Kidwai Nagar police station. To ensure no suspects could escape and to map the area effectively, the police deployed advanced drone surveillance, providing a bird's-eye view of the region while teams established a tight cordon.
Massive Manpower Deployment
The scale of the operation was significant, involving a total of 135 police personnel. To ensure a comprehensive sweep of the neighborhood, forces from four different police stations were integrated into a single task force:
- Kidwai Nagar
- Babupurwa
- Juhi
- Govind Nagar
The Recovery and Arrests
As the joint teams conducted meticulous house-to-house searches, they uncovered a stash of 11 kilograms of ganja. The police immediately apprehended three suspects found at the scene, identified as Arman, Sagar, and Anjali. The trio now faces serious charges related to drug trafficking.
Hunting the Supply Chain
The arrests are only the beginning of the investigation. Police officials have stated that the three suspects are currently undergoing detailed interrogation. The primary goal of the questioning is to peel back the layers of the illegal trade to identify the primary sources of the contraband and uncover the broader supply network operating within and outside the city.
Law enforcement authorities have issued a stern warning to drug peddlers, confirming that this campaign against illegal narcotics will continue with sustained intensity in the coming days to make the city drug-free.