IndiaIn Kochi, India, the number of cases and arrests related to narcotics under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act has doubled in June 2026 compared to the previous five months. This increase follows the launch of 'Operation Toofan: The Narco Hunt,' a statewide anti-drug initiative. From January to June 2026, 1,143 drug-related cases were registered, with 503 of those occurring in June alone. Similarly, 1,280 arrests were made, including 541 in June. The majority of cases involve small quantities of drugs like MDMA, though there is concern over the rising number of intermediate quantity cases linked to youth involvement in both drug use and trafficking. Police have seized significant amounts of cannabis and MDMA, with most of these seizures happening in June. While the current year's numbers are lower than the previous year's totals, authorities believe enforcement efforts could lead to higher case and arrest numbers later in 2026.
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