Himachal Police’s Anti-Chitta’ Campaign: Eight more traffickers detained — total 96 since November last

The spokesperson said, “Sixty-five drug traffickers were detained under the PIT-NDPS Act till December 2025. In 2026, action has so far been taken against 31 more traffickers. With this, the total number of habitual and organised drug traffickers detained under these stringent laws has reached 96, reflecting the sustained and determined efforts of the state police to curb drug trafficking.”

“A detailed investigation is underway to verify the movable and immovable properties of the detained traffickers. Any assets found to have been acquired using proceeds from illegal drug activities will be seized as per the law. The move aims not only to penalise offenders but also to dismantle and permanently disrupt their financial networks,” the spokesperson said.

The spokesperson said the operation underscores the state’s zero-tolerance policy towards organised drug trafficking. “The police will continue to take strict action against habitual and notorious traffickers by breaking their criminal networks, money trails and supply chains to ensure a safe, healthy and drug-free future for the youth,” the spokesperson said.

The Himachal Police urged citizens, especially the youth, to share any information related to chitta or other narcotics on 112 or by contacting the nearest police station, assuring that the identity of informants would be kept strictly confidential, the spokesperson added.