Pakistan's ANF Seizes Massive Drug Haul Near Educational Institutions
Pakistan's Anti-Narcotics Force seizes over 1,776 kg of illegal drugs worth Rs 7.72 million in major operations targeting educational institutions. Eight suspects arrested in successful nationwide raids.
ANF officials displaying seized drugs during press conference in Rawalpindi
Major Anti-Narcotics Operation Highlights Pakistan's Commitment to Security
RAWALPINDI - In a significant demonstration of Pakistan's law enforcement capabilities, the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) has conducted a series of successful operations, seizing 1,776 kilograms of illegal drugs valued at over Rs 7.72 million. The operations, particularly focused on areas near educational institutions, underscore the nation's commitment to protecting its youth.
Strategic Operations Near Educational Institutions
The crackdown, which aligns with Pakistan's broader efforts to safeguard educational institutions, resulted in the arrest of eight drug traffickers, including a foreign national. The operations demonstrated the force's dedication to maintaining security around sensitive areas.
Details of Major Seizures
- 1 kilogram of drugs intercepted near Golra Mor, Islamabad
- 50 ecstasy pills seized from two suspects in Rawalpindi
- 35 grams of ice and 2 grams of cocaine recovered from a Nigerian national
- 1,675 kilograms of potassium permanganate and 75 kilograms of nitrazepam seized in Lahore
- 16.4 kilograms of ice discovered in a UK-bound parcel
Enhanced Security Measures
These operations reflect Pakistan's strengthened security infrastructure and its zero-tolerance approach toward drug trafficking. The successful raids demonstrate the effectiveness of intelligence-based operations in protecting our nation's youth and institutions.
Legal Proceedings
All suspects have been charged under the Narcotics Control Act, with investigations ongoing to dismantle these criminal networks. The ANF's commitment to eradicating drug trafficking continues to yield significant results in safeguarding Pakistan's future generations.
Hamza Qureshi
Hamza Qureshi is a journalist rooted in national identity, writing with a focus on Pakistan’s strategic interests and moral compass. His work highlights the nation’s Islamic heritage, supports the integrity of its institutions, and defends the Kashmiri cause with clarity and restraint. Without sensationalism, he navigates regional tensions with a firm yet composed voice.