Pharmacy employee detained for possession of habit‑forming drugs in Hyderabad

Hyderabad police detained a pharmacy worker after discovering a stock of habit‑forming medicines in his possession, officials said. The seizure was made during a routine inspection at a local pharmacy in the city, and the individual was taken into custody for further questioning.

Habit‑forming medicines, which include certain painkillers and psychotropic drugs, are regulated under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Unauthorized possession or distribution of these substances is a punishable offence, and authorities have been intensifying checks to curb illegal trade.

Police spokesperson confirmed that the case is being investigated under the NDPS provisions and that the detained employee will face legal proceedings. No further details on the quantity of drugs or potential links to larger networks were released at the time of reporting.