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Crime
Youth Arrested in Ludhiana with 102 Grams of Heroin
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 18 Sep 2026, 05:36 PM
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Punjab police in Ludhiana detained a young man after seizing 102 grams of heroin from him.
Ludhiana police announced the arrest of a young male suspect after a routine check led to the discovery of 102 grams of heroin in his possession. The seizure took place in the city’s jurisdiction, prompting immediate action by law‑enforcement officials.
The narcotics seized, weighing over a hundred grams, is considered a substantial quantity under Indian drug‑control laws, indicating potential intent for distribution. Authorities highlighted that the amount exceeds the threshold for personal use, thereby attracting stricter legal provisions.
Investigators have taken the suspect into custody for further questioning and are likely to file charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The case underscores ongoing efforts by Punjab police to curb drug trafficking in the region.
The narcotics seized, weighing over a hundred grams, is considered a substantial quantity under Indian drug‑control laws, indicating potential intent for distribution. Authorities highlighted that the amount exceeds the threshold for personal use, thereby attracting stricter legal provisions.
Investigators have taken the suspect into custody for further questioning and are likely to file charges under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The case underscores ongoing efforts by Punjab police to curb drug trafficking in the region.