Bengaluru: The Devanahalli police arrested two men on charges of drug peddling and seized 1.4 kg of ganja valued at ₹55,000. Officers also recovered ₹1,200 in cash, a weighing machine, and a two-wheeler used by the suspects.
Police operation and arrest
Acting on a tip-off on August 28, the police learnt that two individuals were attempting to sell drugs near Rani Cross in MR Layout. A swift raid was conducted, during which the accused were caught red-handed with the contraband.
The arrested men have been identified as:
- Deepak Kamti (35), native of Bihar
- Rohit Kumar (23), native of Bihar
Both were taken into custody at the spot.
Case details and seizure
The case has been registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, which carries stringent penalties for possession and distribution of banned substances.
Along with the ganja, police seized:
- ₹1,200 in cash
- One weighing machine
- A two-wheeler believed to be used in the illegal trade
Police sources said the seizure highlights the small-scale peddling networks operating in and around Bengaluru’s outskirts.
Judicial custody
The accused were produced before a local court on August 29. Following the hearing, they were remanded to judicial custody. Investigators are now probing whether the duo were part of a larger drug supply chain operating in the region.
Crackdown on narcotics in Bengaluru
Police have intensified surveillance in areas surrounding Bengaluru North and Devanahalli, which have seen a rise in small-scale drug peddling cases. Authorities have urged the public to report suspicious activities, especially involving youngsters, to help curb the menace.
Conclusion
The Devanahalli arrests underscore the ongoing efforts of the police to clamp down on narcotics trafficking in Bengaluru. Officials confirmed that further investigations are underway to trace the supply network behind the arrested suspects.