Police in Nurpur Arrest Drug Dealer with Heroin

In a proactive effort against drug trafficking, the police in Nurpur arrested a man found with heroin during a routine patrol. Acting on a tip-off, officers raided a location near Durga Mata Temple, leading to the recovery of 11.87 grams of the narcotic. The suspect, Naresh Kumar, faces legal action under the NDPS Act as investigations continue to uncover further links to drug trafficking networks. The police are urging the community to report any suspicious activities to aid in their fight against drugs.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 6, 2026, 19:48 IST

Police Operation Leads to Drug Arrest

Sudhanshu Sharma
Nurpur

In a significant move against drug trafficking, the CIA team from Police District Noorpur apprehended an individual found in possession of heroin.

While conducting routine patrols, officers received credible information about a suspect near Durga Mata Temple in the village of Samal, who was allegedly carrying narcotics on a scooter. Acting promptly, the police executed a raid close to the Dharwal Forest Rest House.

Upon inspecting a black Activa scooter (HP-97-A-4222), authorities discovered 11.87 grams of heroin (chitta) concealed within.

The suspect has been identified as:

Name: Naresh Kumar (37 years)

Address: Village Nagadwan, Post Office Sauhra, Tehsil Indora, District Kangra

Legal Proceedings Initiated

A case has been filed against the suspect under Section 21 of the NDPS Act at the Damtal Police Station. Investigations are currently ongoing to uncover the origins of the drugs and to identify any potential connections to other traffickers.

The Noorpur Police have called upon the community to assist in their anti-drug efforts by reporting any suspicious behavior.