The Delhi Police Crime Branch has dismantled a significant inter-state drug smuggling syndicate as part of the Nasha Mukt Delhi campaign. Officers recovered 1.436 kilograms of high-quality charas, commonly known as Malana Cream, from two individuals. The operation took place at the Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station following specific intelligence about the movement of narcotics. The value of the seized drugs is estimated to be around 60 lakh rupees in the international market.
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Details of the Arrest and Investigation
The Anti-Snatching and Burglary Cell of the Crime Branch received a secret tip-off on March 19, 2026. A team led by Inspector Robin Tyagi and supervised by ACP Sanjay Kumar Nagpal acted quickly to intercept the suspects. The arrested individuals have been identified as Om Chand, also known as Omu, and Pyare Singh. Police officials stated that strategic planning and constant vigilance were key to catching the culprits before they could transport the drugs further. A case has been registered under Sections 20 and 29 of the NDPS Act.
Source and Target Market of the Smuggled Goods
Initial investigations show that the charas was sourced from Malana village in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. The police identified Nolu Ram as the primary supplier, though he managed to flee and remains at large. The consignment was intended for Mumbai, where high-quality charas is in high demand for parties and social events. The police are now focusing on tracing the remaining links in this network to arrest other individuals involved in the trade. Further investigation details are provided in the table below:
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Seized Substance | 1.436 kg Malana Cream (Charas) |
| Estimated Value | 60 Lakh Rupees |
| Arrested Persons | Om Chand and Pyare Singh |
| Arrest Location | Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station |
| Sourcing Point | Kullu, Himachal Pradesh |
| Intended Destination | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
