AMRITSAR: The Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of Punjab police apprehended a narcotics smuggler and recovered 18.227 kg of heroin in Amritsar.

The operation led to the arrest of Hira Singh, a resident of Village Khaira, who allegedly collaborated with Pakistan-based drug trafficker Billa to smuggle heroin into the state.

Singh's associate, Kulwinder Singh, is still at large, prompting ongoing raids and investigations to dismantle the entire network.

Taking to social media, X, DGP Punjab Police wrote, "In a well-coordinated operation, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force, Border Range, Amritsar, apprehends Hira Singh @ Hira of Village Khaira, PS Gharinda, Amritsar and recovers 18.227 Kg Heroin."

"Investigations reveal Hira Singh and his associate Kulwinder Singh @ Kinda of Village Dauke, PS Gharinda, were linked to #Pakistan-based drug trafficker Billa. They were smuggling heroin from across the border and supplying it as per the trafficker's instructions. Raids are underway to nab Kulwinder Singh, and further investigation is in progress to dismantle the entire network," the post reads.