Chandigarh: Punjab’s fight against narcotics has shown remarkable results over the last year, with authorities cracking down on drug peddlers, traffickers, and hawala operators. Cabinet Minister Harpal Cheema presented the annual report of the Punjab drug war 2025-26 during the state assembly session, detailing arrests, seizures, and enforcement outcomes.
According to the official figures for the year-long period from March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, Punjab police registered 36,178 FIRs under various drug-related offenses. During the same period, 47,902 individuals were arrested, including 3,036 major suppliers, 3,173 drug dealers, and 429 major traffickers among a total of 45,398 traffickers apprehended. Additionally, 636 absconders and 65 major hawala operators were also taken into custody.
ਕੈਬਿਨਟ ਮੰਤਰੀ @HarpalCheemaMLA ਨੇ ਵਿਧਾਨਸਭਾ ਸੈਸ਼ਨ ‘ਚ ‘ਯੁੱਧ ਨਸ਼ਿਆਂ ਵਿਰੁੱਧ’ ਦੇ 1 ਮਾਰਚ 2025 ਤੋਂ 28 ਫਰਵਰੀ 2026 ਤੱਕ ਇੱਕ ਸਾਲ ਦੇ ਅੰਕੜੇ ਕੀਤੇ ਪੇਸ਼
👉 36,178 FIR ਕੀਤੀਆਂ ਦਰਜ
👉 47,902 ਮੁਲਜ਼ਮਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਗ੍ਰਿਫਤਾਰ ਕੀਤਾ ਗਿਆ
👉 3,036 ਵੱਡੇ ਸਪਲਾਇਅਰ ਕੀਤੇ ਗ੍ਰਿਫ਼ਤਾਰ
👉 3,173 ਨਸ਼ੀਲੇ ਪਦਾਰਥਾਂ ਦੀ ਸਪਲਾਈ… pic.twitter.com/erlM89pVsc— AAP Punjab (@AAPPunjab) March 9, 2026
Major Drug Seizures in Punjab Drug War 2025-26
Punjab police confiscated large quantities of narcotics as part of the Punjab drug war 2025-26, including:
- 2,276 kg of heroin
- 20,686 kg of opium
- 786 kg of cannabis
- 68 kg of charas
- 36 kg of crystal meth (ice)
In addition to the narcotics, authorities seized ₹17 crore in drug money, reflecting the aggressive stance of the Punjab police and the state government against the drug mafia.
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Punjab Achieves Highest Conviction Rate Under NDPS
The report also highlighted that Punjab has achieved a conviction rate of 89% under the NDPS Act, making it the highest in the country. This success demonstrates the effectiveness of law enforcement, robust case preparation, and coordinated action across districts during the Punjab drug war 2025-26.
Focus on Major Traffickers and Hawala Networks
Minister Harpal Cheema emphasized that the government is committed to a zero-tolerance policy against drug trafficking. The Punjab drug war 2025-26 has specifically targeted major suppliers, traffickers, and hawala operators to dismantle the organized networks fueling substance abuse across the state.
The annual report reflects the state government’s unwavering commitment to tackling drug menace. With record FIRs, arrests, and seizures, the Punjab drug war 2025-26 continues to send a strong message to criminals while protecting the youth from the dangers of narcotics.