Jammu, October 18: The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Jammu Zonal Unit, seized 385 grams of suspected heroin and arrested one person during an intelligence-led operation in the Digiana area of Jammu on October 16, 2026.

According to the information provided by the NCB, the operation was conducted following specific intelligence inputs regarding suspected heroin trafficking. After maintaining surveillance in Digiana, the NCB team intercepted a person reportedly belonging to Miran Sahib, Jammu, who was allegedly attempting to deliver the contraband.

During the operation, officials recovered and seized four packets containing a total of 385 grams of suspected heroin.

Preliminary investigations indicate possible links between Jammu-based suspected drug traffickers and sources in Punjab. The seized substance was allegedly intended for distribution in Jammu district. However, these leads are still under investigation.

The NCB is conducting further investigations to identify other individuals allegedly involved in the trafficking network and establish its forward and backward linkages, including possible interstate connections.

The agency has appealed to citizens to support efforts against drug trafficking and substance abuse by sharing credible information through the National Narcotics Helpline, MANAS (1933). Information can be shared confidentially.

The NCB Jammu reiterated its commitment to intelligence-led enforcement against drug trafficking and efforts towards achieving the national mission of Nasha Mukt Bharat.