New Delhi, Aug 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) The NCB secured 10 years' Rigorous Imprisonment, along with a fine, for two drug traffickers in an international drug trafficking case in Punjab that came to light in 2019 with the recovery of 115 g of cocaine and other contraband, said an official on Thursday.
The Special Court, Jalandhar, Punjab, sentenced Akshinder Singh Sodhi and Amandeep Kumar to 10 years' Rigorous Imprisonment along with a fine of Rs 1 lakh each under the NDPS case, the NCB official said in a statement.
The case pertained to the seizure of 115 g of cocaine, 13 g of ephedrine, 80 g of hashish oil and intoxicant capsules in the Narcotics Control Bureau, Chandigarh Zonal Unit, in September 2019, said the statement.
The conviction followed meticulous investigation and effective prosecution, striking at the root of an international drug trafficking syndicate operated by an absconding kingpin based in Canada, in conspiracy with local operatives in India.
The investigation against the absconding accused persons is continuing to ensure that all modules of the syndicate with links to operatives in Canada and other countries are neutralised, the NCB said.
In a separate development, the NCB sensitised students of IIT Jodhpur against the dangers of drug abuse in an awareness campaign organised on the campus, an official said on Thursday.
The event saw NCB officials sharing dos and don’ts for students and teachers and suggested steps needed to be taken in case of depression and stress – some of the key factors perceived as triggers for drug abuse.
In a message on X, the NCB said, “Around 900 students participated in an awareness session led by the Assistant Director, NCB, highlighting the dangers of drug abuse and its harmful impact on individuals, families and society.”
The programme focused on creating awareness about substance abuse, encouraging informed choices and inspiring students to lead a healthy, drug-free life, it said.
“Students were also encouraged to spread awareness about the NCB MANAS Helpline (Toll-Free: 1933) for information, support and assistance,” said the NCB statement on X.
Source: IANS
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