Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, July 19, 2025: In a major breakthrough against narcotics trafficking, Bilaspur Police, under the dynamic leadership of Senior Superintendent of Police (IPS) Shri Rajnesh Singh, executed a successful operation named “Operation Prahar”, arresting two interstate ganja smugglers and seizing 284 kg of contraband along with assets worth approximately ₹35 lakh.
This decisive action was carried out by the Anti-Crime and Cyber Unit (ACCU) and Torwa Police, demonstrating the district police’s unwavering zero-tolerance policy against drug smuggling.
Key Highlights of the Operation:
Date & Location: July 18, 2025 | Jagmal Chowk, Torwa, Bilaspur
Seized Contraband:
284 packets of ganja (total 284 kg)
One Maruti Ertiga vehicle (CG 04 OC 4577)
Two Android mobile phones and one iPhone
Estimated total value: ₹35 lakh
Arrested Accused:
Gajendra Goswami alias Bittu (26), resident of Mandla, MP
Nayan Kumar (25), resident of Seoni, MP
Action Details:
Acting on specific intelligence, the joint team intercepted the suspects’ vehicle at Jagmal Chowk. As the accused attempted to flee, police swiftly apprehended them and recovered the massive consignment of ganja. Preliminary interrogation revealed the contraband originated from Odisha.
Legal Proceedings:
A case has been registered under Section 20(B)(2)(C) of the NDPS Act at Torwa Police Station. The accused were produced before the Hon’ble Court. End-to-end and financial investigations are underway to identify and arrest the main kingpins behind the operation.
Commendation:
SSP Shri Rajnesh Singh commended the outstanding efforts of the police team including:
- Addl. SP (City) Rajendra Jaiswal
- Addl. SP (Rural) Anuj Kumar
- CSP (Civil Lines) Nimitesh Singh
- Inspector Azaruddin
- SI Kamal Narayan Sharma
- And dedicated police personnel of ACCU and Torwa Police Station.
He announced an appropriate reward for their exemplary performance.
SSP’s Appeal to the Public:
“No person involved in the illegal drug trade will be spared. Bilaspur Police is committed to a drug-free society. I urge citizens to immediately report any suspicious activities. Your identity will be kept confidential.”
