In a massive statewide offensive against narcotics, Haryana's enforcement agencies registered a staggering 3,738 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and arrested more than 6,800 individuals in the year 2025 alone. The crackdown also led to the apprehension of 33 foreign nationals, marking a significant escalation in the fight against drug trafficking networks operating in the region.
Unprecedented Scale of Enforcement and Seizures
Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sumita Misra, describing the action as the state's strongest to date, revealed comprehensive data from a sustained six-year campaign. From 2020 to 2025, Haryana registered 20,519 FIRs under the NDPS Act and arrested 35,207 accused persons. This relentless effort has sent a powerful deterrent message, with enforcement metrics showing a consistent upward trend each year.
The year 2025 stood out for the volume and variety of contraband seized. Authorities confiscated a colossal 18,039 kilograms of poppy straw and 6,257 kilograms of ganja. The haul also included significant quantities of synthetic drugs: 645 grams of MDMA and 240 grams of cocaine. A particularly alarming discovery was the diversion of pharmaceutical drugs for abuse, with over 6.59 lakh units like capsules, injections, and tablets recovered from illegal channels just in 2025.
Inter-State and International Drug Links Exposed
The arrests highlighted the pan-India and international reach of drug networks operating through Haryana. The largest number of out-of-state accused came from Uttar Pradesh (169), followed by Punjab (147), Rajasthan (64), and Delhi (45). Individuals from Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar, and several northeastern states were also nabbed.
On the international front, 26 Nigerians, 6 Nepalis, and 1 individual from Senegal were among the 33 foreigners arrested for alleged drug trafficking in 2025. This figure represented a notable jump from the previous year, underscoring the expanding reach and effectiveness of Haryana's investigative agencies.
Major Blow to Trafficking Networks and Their Finances
The six-year period saw crippling blows to drug supply chains. The total seizures included a staggering 55,701 kilograms of ganja, disrupting cannabis distribution across North India. Poppy straw emerged as the largest seizure category at 89,696 kilograms, followed by 1,300 kg of charas and 229 kg of heroin. Notably, 55.84 kilograms of heroin was seized in 2025 alone, one of the highest annual hauls for this dangerous narcotic.
Beyond narcotics, authorities focused on crippling the economic backbone of trafficking. In 2025, properties worth Rs. 13.59 crore belonging to 143 affected persons were attached. This financial investigation and asset forfeiture strategy ensures convicted dealers cannot profit from their illicit trade. Over the six years, synthetic drugs like MDMA, methamphetamine, LSD, and brown sugar were also seized, indicating a shift towards newer, more dangerous substances.
Misra emphasized that the crackdown on commercial quantity cases was especially intense. In 2025, 457 commercial quantity NDPS cases were registered leading to 1,227 arrests, the highest annual figures in the six-year period, demonstrating a targeted approach against major suppliers and cartels.
