Bulldozer Action Against Drug Traffickers in Punjab Village

Authorities carried out a major crackdown against alleged drug traffickers in village Haryau under Lehragaga as part of the state’s ongoing anti-drug campaign. Civil administration and police jointly demolished illegal constructions linked to accused individuals using bulldozers. Superintendent of Police Rajesh Chhibber stated that a family in village Haryau had made illegal constructions and was facing multiple cases under the NDPS Act. Following due action, the encroached property was taken into possession and handed over to the village panchayat. Officials said that the “War Against Drugs” campaign is being continuously implemented across Sangrur district. Committees have been formed in villages and towns to spread awareness, and immediate action is taken upon receiving information about drug traffickers. The operation was conducted under the directions of Sartaj Singh Chahal and as part of the Punjab Government’s intensified drive against drug trafficking. During the operation, officials carried out demarcation in the presence of the village panchayat, including the sarpanch and staff. It was found that illegal encroachments had been made by individuals identified as Banga Singh (son of Sarwan Singh), Satpal Singh (son of Bant Singh), Pahad Singh (son of Jeet Singh), Kuldeep Singh (son of Wassan Singh), and Inder Singh (son of Chanda Singh), all residents of Haryau. To remove the encroachments, the Block Development and Panchayat Officer (BDPO) Lehragaga sought police assistance. The action was executed with the support of teams led by Ranbir Singh and Inspector Manpreet Singh, Station House Officer of Lehragaga police station. Authorities reiterated their commitment to continue strict action against drug traffickers and illegal activities in the region.