In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, a special police team in Jaipur confiscated a commercial quantity of narcotics with international links. The operation has unveiled a network allegedly orchestrated from Dubai.
Major Haul in Vishwakarma Industrial Area
Acting on specific intelligence, a joint police team conducted an operation on Wednesday in the Vishwakarma industrial area of the city. The focus was near Tempo Stand No. 8 on Road No. 17.
During the operation, officials intercepted an accused individual. A subsequent search led to the recovery of 101 grams of MD (Methylenedioxymethamphetamine). The police also seized a mobile phone from the suspect's possession.
The seized narcotics have an estimated international market value of around Rs 12 lakh (approximately 1.2 million rupees). This quantity is classified as a 'commercial quantity' under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, which carries severe penalties.
Dubai-Based Kingpin and Ongoing Probe
Special Commissioner (Operations) Rahul Prakash addressed the media regarding the seizure. While the identity of the apprehended courier was not disclosed, investigators have identified the alleged mastermind.
The kingpin of the racket has been named as Dipendra Singh, a resident of Rajpura in Sikar district, who is currently based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Commissioner Prakash stated that the kingpin used his couriers in Jaipur to execute the trafficking and smuggling of the narcotic substance. A case has been formally registered at the Vishwakarma police station under the stringent NDPS Act.
Examining Interstate and International Links
The investigation has now expanded beyond the local seizure. Police are actively examining the accused's connections with interstate and international drug suppliers.
A critical part of the probe involves tracing the financial and communication trails to map the entire network. This includes understanding how the drugs entered the region and the channels used for payment and coordination.
Further investigation is underway to uncover the full extent of the syndicate and identify all individuals involved in the supply chain, from source to distribution.
This bust underscores the persistent challenge of cross-border drug trafficking and the continuous efforts of law enforcement agencies in Rajasthan to combat the narcotics trade. The identification of a foreign-based operator highlights the complex, international nature of such criminal networks.
