Nationwide Operations Target Student Drug Supply Chains In a sweeping crackdown, Pakistan’s Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) conducted eight coordinated operations across the country, targeting drug smuggling activities near educational institutions. The raids led to the arrest of nine suspects and the seizure of 153 kilograms of narcotics, valued at over Rs16 million.

Islamabad: Drug Supply to Students Disrupted Near Kak Pul, Islamabad, ANF arrested two passengers carrying 1,200 grams of hashish. In a separate operation near a university, another suspect was caught with 76 grams of hashish and 245 grams of clonazepam drops. The individual confessed to supplying drugs to students, highlighting the growing concern over narcotics infiltrating academic environments.

Airport and Courier Interceptions At Allama Iqbal International Airport, ANF recovered 35 cocaine-filled capsules weighing 210 grams from a passenger en route to Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, a parcel at a courier office in Hayatabad, Peshawar, destined for Lahore, was found to contain 890 ecstasy tablets weighing 536 grams, showcasing the use of logistics networks in drug trafficking.

Major Seizures in Karachi and Balochistan In Karachi, ANF intercepted a vehicle on Hub Road carrying 116.4 kilograms of hashish. In Pishin’s Yaro area, two separate motorcycle-based operations led to the recovery of 30 kilograms of hashish. Additionally, at Chungi No. 26, Islamabad, authorities seized 2.4 kilograms of opium and 2.4 kilograms of hashish from another suspect.

Legal Action and Ongoing Investigations All arrested individuals have been booked under the Anti-Narcotics Act, and investigations are currently underway to trace broader networks and supply chains. ANF officials reaffirmed their commitment to protecting students and academic institutions from the dangers of drug abuse and trafficking.

Conclusion: A Step Toward Drug-Free Campuses This series of operations signals a robust response to the rising threat of narcotics near schools and universities. By intercepting drugs before they reach students and dismantling supply routes, ANF is taking decisive action to ensure safer learning environments across Pakistan.