Key Facts
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Kangra Police conducted three coordinated operations on July 14, 2026, resulting in the seizure of 49.48 grams of heroin (locally known as chitta) and the arrest of seven individuals, including three women. The operations took place in Shahpur, Yol, and Palampur areas of Kangra district.
Details of the Operations
Shahpur: 33.01 Grams Seized from Two Suspects
The CIA team of Kangra Police set up a checkpoint at Ladwara Chowk near Shani Dev Temple under Shahpur police station. During the check, a man and a woman behaving suspiciously were searched, leading to the recovery of 33.01 grams of chitta from their possession. The accused were identified as Vinod Kumar (24), a resident of Balrampur (Uttar Pradesh), and Sunita alias Veeri (45), a resident of Dasuha (Punjab). Police also seized the motorcycle used in the alleged drug trafficking.
Yol: 13.90 Grams Recovered from a Taxi
In the second operation, the Yol police post team intercepted a taxi near Ikku Bridge in Jadrangal during routine patrolling. A search of the vehicle yielded 13.90 grams of chitta. Three occupants were arrested on the spot: Gaurav Sharma (25) and Ankaj Kumar (36), both residents of Paddar (Dharamshala), and Abhishek Kumar (30), a resident of Bandla (Palampur).
Palampur: 2.57 Grams Seized, Two Women Arrested
Acting on a tip-off, Palampur police apprehended two women with 2.57 grams of heroin. The accused were identified as Sandhya Devi, a resident of Bindraban (Palampur), and Hema Kumari, a resident of Sundernagar (Mandi district).
Police Action and Legal Proceedings
SP Kangra Kulbhushan Verma confirmed that cases have been registered against all seven accused under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The police are now investigating the backward and forward linkages of the drug network to trace the main suppliers.
Impact and What Readers Should Know
This series of arrests highlights the ongoing efforts of Kangra Police to curb drug abuse in the region. The seizure of nearly 50 grams of heroin is significant, as it disrupts the local supply chain. Residents are urged to report any suspicious activities to the police to help keep the district drug-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much heroin was seized in the Kangra police operation? A total of 49.48 grams of heroin (chitta) was seized in three separate operations across Shahpur, Yol, and Palampur.
- How many people were arrested in the Kangra drug bust? Seven people, including three women, were arrested in three different cases.
- What are the names of the arrested individuals? The arrested include Vinod Kumar, Sunita alias Veeri, Gaurav Sharma, Ankaj Kumar, Abhishek Kumar, Sandhya Devi, and Hema Kumari.
- Which police teams conducted the operations? The operations were carried out by the CIA team and local police from Shahpur, Yol, and Palampur police stations.