Punjab & Haryana HC Rejects Bail for Officer Allegedly Used Uniform to Smuggle Drugs

The Punjab and Haryana High Court denied bail to a serving police officer who faces charges of using his official uniform to facilitate the movement of narcotics. The court, sitting in Chandigarh, heard arguments from the prosecution that the officer allegedly leveraged his badge and attire to evade scrutiny while transporting illegal drugs.

The defence sought bail on grounds of the officer's clean service record, but the bench found the allegations serious enough to warrant continued detention pending trial.

The decision underscores the judiciary's stance on curbing the misuse of police authority in drug‑related offenses, a growing concern across the region. The case will proceed to trial, where further evidence will be examined.