Bihar drug bust: 403 grams brown sugar worth ₹1 crore seized near Bhagalpur station
Synopsis
Bihar police cracked an alleged drug supply operation at Sabour Railway Station in Bhagalpur, seizing 403.20 grams of brown sugar — valued at ₹1 crore — and arresting three suspects after a tip-off-led surveillance mission. Investigators are now tracing the wider network through seized mobile phones, with further raids likely.
Key Takeaways
Bihar police arrested three suspects near Sabour Railway Station in Bhagalpur district.
Officers seized 403.20 grams of brown sugar , estimated to be worth approximately ₹1 crore , and three mobile phones .
The accused have been identified as Jaynandan Kumar , Sangam Priya , and Krishna Kumar alias Bhim .
The operation was ordered by SSP Pramod Kumar Yadav and supervised by City SP Atulesh Jha .
An FIR has been registered; police are examining seized phones to map the broader supply network.
The bust was part of the 'Healthy Youth, Healthy Bhagalpur' anti-narcotics campaign.
Police in Bhagalpur district, Bihar, arrested three individuals on 13 October 2026 in connection with an alleged drug trafficking operation near Sabour Railway Station, seizing 403.20 grams of brown sugar estimated to be worth approximately ₹1 crore, along with three mobile phones. The operation was conducted as part of the district's 'Healthy Youth, Healthy Bhagalpur' campaign aimed at curbing the illegal narcotics trade.
How the Operation Unfolded
The Sabour police station received a tip-off on Sunday that a group of individuals planned to transport narcotics after departing from the railway station. Acting on this intelligence, a special team was constituted on the instructions of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Pramod Kumar Yadav. The operation was conducted under the supervision of City SP Atulesh Jha and led by the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (Law and Order) along with the Sabour Station House Officer (SHO).
During surveillance near the station, some of the suspects allegedly attempted to flee upon noticing police personnel. Officers, assisted by armed support, pursued and apprehended two individuals. A search of the suspects led to the recovery of 403.20 grams of brown sugar and three mobile phones.
Who Was Arrested
The two suspects initially apprehended have been identified as Jaynandan Kumar, son of Gopi Yadav, a resident of Manikpur under Babarganj police station limits, and Sangam Priya, son of Naresh Mandal, a resident of Mirjanhat Mrityunja Chowk under Mujahidpur police station limits. A subsequent interrogation led officers to a third accused, Krishna Kumar alias Bhim, a resident of Chaudhary Dih under Lodipur police station limits, who was subsequently arrested.
An FIR has been registered against all three accused and further legal proceedings have been initiated, according to police.
Investigation in Progress
Investigators are examining the seized mobile phones to map the suspects' contacts and identify others potentially linked to the alleged supply network. Police are also working to establish the origin of the narcotics and trace the intended destination of the consignment. Further raids are possible as the probe advances, officials said.
Context: Rising Drug Enforcement Drive in Bhagalpur
The bust forms part of Bhagalpur's ongoing district-wide anti-narcotics drive — 'Healthy Youth, Healthy Bhagalpur' — which has seen enforcement teams target transit points including railway stations. Brown sugar, a low-purity derivative of heroin, has been a persistent concern in several Bihar districts, with rail corridors reportedly used as supply arteries. The estimated street value of ₹1 crore for just over 400 grams underscores the profit margins that reportedly draw traffickers to the trade. The investigation remains open, and the roles of additional individuals are yet to be established.
Point of View
But district-level drives historically struggle to dislodge supply networks unless higher-order suppliers are prosecuted, not just the final-mile carriers. The focus on seized mobile phones is a positive investigative step — the real test will be whether it leads to arrests further up the chain rather than stopping at street-level suspects. Without dismantling the source, each successful bust risks being replaced swiftly.
NationPress
12 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was seized in the Bhagalpur drug bust near Sabour Railway Station?
Police seized 403.20 grams of brown sugar, estimated to be worth approximately ₹1 crore, along with three mobile phones. The seizure was made near Sabour Railway Station in Bhagalpur district, Bihar.
Who were the three suspects arrested in the Bhagalpur narcotics case?
The three arrested individuals are Jaynandan Kumar (resident of Manikpur), Sangam Priya (resident of Mirjanhat Mrityunja Chowk), and Krishna Kumar alias Bhim (resident of Chaudhary Dih). An FIR has been registered against all three.
What is the 'Healthy Youth, Healthy Bhagalpur' campaign?
It is a district-level anti-narcotics initiative by the Bhagalpur police aimed at curbing the illegal drug trade, particularly targeting transit points such as railway stations. The October 2026 operation near Sabour Railway Station was conducted under this campaign.
Is the investigation into the Bhagalpur drug network still ongoing?
Yes, the investigation is ongoing. Police are analysing the three seized mobile phones to identify contacts and map the broader alleged supply network, and further raids are likely as evidence is gathered.
Who led the police operation at Sabour Railway Station?
The special operation was formed on the instructions of SSP Pramod Kumar Yadav and conducted under the supervision of City SP Atulesh Jha, led by the Sub-Divisional Police Officer (Law and Order) and the Sabour SHO.
