• DGPI Rajiv Kumar Sharma directs extensive action under Drug-Free India campaign
  • One‑day special operation records 262 cases, 278 suspects arrested, 2.91 crore rupees worth drugs seized
  • Up to now, 1,244.20 crore rupees worth drugs recovered in the state, action taken on assets worth 30.25 crore rupees

Jaipur, 27 Oct. Rajasthan Police are conducting a large‑scale operation to make Rajasthan drug‑free and dismantle the drug smuggling network. Under the operation directed by Police Director Shri Rajiv Kumar Sharma, 7,695 drug‑related cases were registered and 8,842 suspects arrested by 26 Oct. During this period, 220 wanted criminals were arrested and 335 hot spots were raided. Police have also taken action against illegal assets earned from smuggling along with drug recovery.

In the same sequence, a one‑day special operation was carried out across the state on 26 Oct. During this, 262 cases were registered and 278 suspects arrested. The operation identified 8 smugglers and traffickers and acted on 6 hot spots. Under the extensive investigation campaign, 3,496 locations were examined.

In a one‑day operation, 278 drug smugglers‑suspects arrested, 2.91 crore rupees worth drugs seized

During the operation, 4,98,105 rupees in cash was seized. Estimated value of recovered drugs is 2 crore 91 lakh 18 thousand 247 rupees. Police also seized 15 vehicles and 8 mobile phones.

Up to now, 8,842 arrested, 7,695 cases registered

According to figures, by 26 Oct 2026, 7,695 drug‑related cases were registered and 8,842 suspects arrested. Additionally, 220 wanted criminals, history‑shitter and reward category suspects were arrested. During this period, 335 hot spots were raided.

1,244.20 crore rupees worth drugs recovered—

During the entire operation, Rajasthan Police recovered 1,010.55 kg of opium, 131.46 tonnes of Doda Post, and 274.13 kg of MD. According to figures, the total value of recovered drugs during this period is 1,244.20 crore rupees.

Targeted action against illegal drug trade: 35 MD factories were busted and 144 sites raided for illegal cultivation. During this period, 2,125 vehicles were seized.

Action against smugglers’ illegal assets—

Rajasthan Police have also taken action against illegal assets linked to drug smuggling. By 26 Oct, under asset action, 250 cases involved 75 assets. The value of these assets is about 30.25 crore rupees.

Additionally, 149 actions were taken under Section 68‑F of the NDPS Act and 101 proposals were prepared under PIT NDPS. These actions aim to clamp down on illegal assets earned from drug smuggling and its economic network.

More than 3.63 lakh citizens involved in the campaign—

Rajasthan Police emphasize legal action against drugs along with public awareness and participation. By 26 Oct, 3,63,547 citizens were engaged in the campaign. Of these, 3,58,682 pledged to build a drug‑free society. During this period, 3,966 awareness programmes were held.

Committed to a drug‑free Rajasthan—

Under the direction of Police Director Shri Rajiv Kumar Sharma, Rajasthan Police’s campaign aims to effectively curb drug smuggling, act against criminals involved, and protect youth from drug harms.

The campaign combines traditional legal action, strikes on illegal assets, and public awareness to achieve a drug‑free Rajasthan. Rajasthan Police pledge to advance the goals of a drug‑free, safe, and healthy youth Rajasthan through public participation.

Dr. Kamlesh/Brajesh