Delhi Police Arrest Habitual Criminal and Woman Accomplice in Drug Case
Delhi Police Bust Major Drug Syndicate in North District 149.07 Grams Heroin Recovered
The Anti-Narcotics Cell of North District, Delhi Police, has successfully dismantled a drug-peddling module operating in the densely populated Sadar Bazar area. Two key members of the drug cartel, including a woman, have been arrested, while 149.07 grams of heroin/smack and ₹3,91,710 in cash earned through the sale of illegal drugs have been recovered.
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This action comes as part of the ongoing and intensified crackdown against drug suppliers, peddlers, and street-level narcotic distributors active in North Delhi. The operation highlights the persistent and coordinated efforts of the police to identify and dismantle drug networks that continue to prey on vulnerable sections of society.
How the Operation Began: Intelligence Inputs Lead to Action
The Anti-Narcotics Cell/North District had been continuously gathering intelligence for several weeks on the movement and activities of suspected drug suppliers. The team was actively monitoring the supply corridors and distribution points used by small and mid-level drug peddlers in localities such as Sadar Bazar, Motia Khan, and adjoining areas.
Acting on a reliable secret tip-off received by the cell, the police learned that certain individuals were operating from a house in the congested lanes of Motia Khan, and were engaged in the sale and supply of heroin in the area.
Given the sensitivity and urgency of the information, a dedicated police team was immediately formed.
Dedicated Team Formed for the Operation
The anti-narcotics team was constituted under the leadership of ASI Shridhar, with W/ASI Kamla Devi, HC Saurav, and Ct Deepanshu as team members. The team worked under the close supervision of SI Jagbir Khatri, In-charge of the Anti-Narcotics Cell, and under the overall guidance of Ms. Vidushi Kaushik, ACP/Operations Cell, North District.
The officials meticulously planned the raid, chalking out each step with precision to prevent the suspects from escaping or destroying evidence.
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The Raid at Motia Khan: Two Arrested
On 06 November 2025, acting swiftly on the intelligence, the Anti-Narcotics Cell conducted a raid at a house in Motia Khan, Sadar Bazar. During the raid, the police nabbed two suspects:
- Harsh @ Jatin (23 years)
- Riya (20 years)
Both were apprehended from their residence and were immediately searched. Their house was thoroughly inspected as part of the operation. During the search, the team recovered:
- 149.07 grams of heroin
- ₹3,91,710 cash, believed to be proceeds from drug sales
The seized heroin was packed in small quantities, suggesting it was ready for distribution among local peddlers and drug users.
Following the recovery, a case was registered under FIR No. 1332/25, dated 06.11.2025, under Section 21 of NDPS Act at Police Station Sadar Bazar. The investigation was subsequently taken up by the Anti-Narcotics Cell/North District.
Interrogation Reveals A Family-Run Drug Network
During sustained interrogation, both arrested accused disclosed shocking details about the working of the drug syndicate. The interrogation revealed that:
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1. The Kingpin Was the Mother of Harsh
The accused disclosed that they were working on the instructions of Smt. Poonam Bai, the mother of Harsh @ Jatin.
She was identified as the main supplier of heroin to local peddlers.
Poonam Bai reportedly procured heroin from higher-level suppliers and distributed it using her family members — including Harsh and his sister-in-law, Riya — to avoid direct detection.
2. A Family Driven by Illegal Profit
Both Harsh and Riya revealed that the family ran the illegal drug cartel to make quick money. The cash recovered during the raid was claimed to be earnings from their narcotics trade.
3. Harsh Was Already a Notorious Criminal
Police found that Harsh was not new to crime. His criminal profile includes:
- 08 previous involvements in cases of
- Snatching
- Theft
- Arms Act violations
- He is a habitual offender, well-known in the Sadar Bazar police records.
- He has been committing crimes in the area for over five years.
His drug addiction was also one of the reasons he got deeply involved in drug distribution, as selling narcotics helped him sustain his own addiction and lifestyle.
4. Riya’s Involvement
20-year-old Riya, married for three years to Sahil (the elder brother of Harsh), also admitted her involvement.
She confessed that she had been helping the drug cartel under the instructions of her mother-in-law, Poonam Bai.
Search for Poonam Bai Underway
Following the interrogation, the police conducted multiple raids at various potential hideouts of Poonam Bai, but she remains absconding.
The police strongly believe that she is the mastermind behind the entire drug network and are intensifying efforts to track her down. More raids are expected in the coming days.
Profile of the Accused
1. Harsh @ Jatin
- Age: 23 years
- Address: Gali Dharam Kaante Wali, Sadar Bazar, Delhi
- Education: Illiterate
- Background:
- Active criminal for the last 5 years
- Drug addict
- Involved in 8 previous cases
- Key member in the distribution of narcotics in Sadar Bazar
2. Riya
- Age: 20 years
- Address: Same locality, Sadar Bazar
- Marital Status: Married to Sahil (elder brother of Harsh)
- Role: Helped in the supply chain under family direction
Major Recovery
The following items were recovered from the house of the accused:
- 149.07 grams of heroin (smack)
- ₹3,91,710 cash, earned through illegal drug sales
The seized heroin is valued significantly in the black market and was intended for rapid distribution in the region.
Police Efforts and Continuing Investigation
The raid marks a significant achievement for the Anti-Narcotics Cell, as such drug networks often operate silently within thickly populated colonies. The coordinated efforts of the officers ensured that the operation was clean, swift, and successful.
The police are now investigating:
- Source of the recovered heroin
- Potential buyers and local distributors
- The larger syndicate linked with Poonam Bai
- Bank accounts, digital trails, and money flow
Officials believe that the cartel may have connections with multiple criminal networks across the city.
The Delhi Police have reiterated their commitment to taking strict action against narcotics traffickers and protecting young citizens from falling prey to drug addiction.
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Conclusion
This operation by the Anti-Narcotics Cell/North District has dealt a severe blow to a family-run drug cartel operating in Sadar Bazar. The arrest of two key members, recovery of heroin, and confiscation of large amounts of cash demonstrate the police’s unwavering dedication to eliminating the drug menace from Delhi.
Efforts are ongoing to arrest the kingpin, Poonam Bai, and dismantle the entire network.