Bengaluru police seize ₹5.70 crore narcotics, arrest 11 peddlers
Synopsis
Bengaluru police dismantled a multi-jurisdiction drug network in a single sweep — seizing ₹5.70 crore worth of MDMA and ganja and arresting 11 peddlers, nine of them from outside Karnataka. The accused reportedly targeted college students, and out-of-state suppliers remain at large, keeping the investigation wide open.
Key Takeaways
Bengaluru police seized over 35 kg of narcotics worth ₹5.70 crore and arrested 11 alleged drug peddlers on 7 July 2025 .
The haul included 2 kg of MDMA (valued at ₹4 crore ), 1.767 kg of hydro ganja , and 32.920 kg of ganja .
Nine of the 11 accused are from other states; all have been remanded to judicial custody.
The accused reportedly sold narcotics to the public, including college students ; out-of-state suppliers are still being traced.
Operations spanned Vidyaranyapura, JB Nagar, Devanahalli , and Hebbagodi police station jurisdictions.
In a separate case, a domestic worker was arrested for stealing valuables worth ₹50 lakh from her employer in Jayanagar .
Bengaluru police have seized over 35 kg of banned narcotic substances valued at approximately ₹5.70 crore and arrested 11 alleged drug peddlers in a coordinated anti-drug crackdown, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday, 7 July. The arrested individuals include nine persons from other states and two local residents.
What Was Seized
The haul comprised 2 kg of MDMA, 1.767 kg of hydro ganja, and 32.920 kg of ganja. In addition to the narcotics, police recovered ₹5.90 lakh in cash, two iPhones, and a two-wheeler from the accused. The MDMA alone — recovered by the Vidyaranyapura police — was valued at around ₹4 crore.
Key Developments Across Jurisdictions
The operations spanned four police station jurisdictions. The JB Nagar police seized 1.767 kg of hydro ganja along with cash, iPhones, and the two-wheeler, with the total seizure estimated at ₹1.37 crore. The Devanahalli police recovered 16.920 kg of ganja worth approximately ₹16.70 lakh, while the Hebbagodi police seized 16 kg of ganja valued at around ₹16 lakh.
What the Accused Told Investigators
During interrogation, the accused reportedly confessed to taking up drug peddling for quick financial gain. According to the police statement, they procured narcotic substances from suppliers in other states at lower prices and sold them to the public — including college students — at significantly higher rates. Efforts are underway to trace and apprehend the unidentified out-of-state suppliers who allegedly provided the narcotics.
Who Led the Operations
The crackdown was led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (North East) G.K. Mithun Kumar, Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Vikram Amte, and Deputy Commissioner of Police (Electronics City) M. Narayan. All 11 accused have been produced before the jurisdictional courts and remanded to judicial custody.
Separate Case: Domestic Help Arrested for Theft
In a separate development, Bengaluru police arrested a domestic worker for theft from her employer, a resident of 5th Block, Jayanagar. The accused, who had reportedly worked in the household for nearly 18 years, was secured on 22 June for questioning after a complaint was lodged at Jayanagar Police Station on 9 April.
The complainant had reported that cash and valuables went missing on or around 5 March. During interrogation, the accused confessed and disclosed that the stolen items were concealed at her residence in Poorna Prajna Layout. Police recovered 262 grams of gold jewellery, 2.366 kg of silver biscuits and silver articles, ₹65,000 in cash, and five silk sarees — with the total value assessed at approximately ₹50 lakh. The operation was carried out under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner of Police (South Division) K. Vamsi Krishna. The accused was remanded to four days of police custody.
Both cases reflect sustained enforcement activity by Bengaluru police across crime categories, with investigations continuing into the wider supply networks behind the drug seizures.
Point of View
A pattern increasingly visible in metro cities. The fact that nine of the eleven arrested are from other states points to an organised inter-state network, not opportunistic street dealing. Until the out-of-state suppliers are apprehended, this seizure, however significant in value, addresses the retail end of a supply chain that remains largely intact. Bengaluru police's multi-DCP coordination is operationally notable, but the real test is whether the investigation can travel upstream.
NationPress
7 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What narcotics did Bengaluru police seize in the July 2025 crackdown?
Bengaluru police seized 2 kg of MDMA, 1.767 kg of hydro ganja, and 32.920 kg of ganja — totalling over 35 kg — valued at approximately ₹5.70 crore. The haul also included ₹5.90 lakh in cash, two iPhones, and a two-wheeler.
How many people were arrested in the Bengaluru drug bust?
Eleven alleged drug peddlers were arrested, including nine individuals from other states and two local residents. All have been produced before jurisdictional courts and remanded to judicial custody.
Which police stations were involved in the Bengaluru narcotics operations?
The operations were conducted under the jurisdictions of Vidyaranyapura, JB Nagar, Devanahalli, and Hebbagodi police stations. The crackdown was led by three Deputy Commissioners of Police covering the North East, East, and Electronics City divisions.
Who were the targets of the drug network busted in Bengaluru?
According to the police statement, the accused reportedly sold narcotics to the general public, including college students, at prices significantly higher than their procurement cost from out-of-state suppliers. Efforts are ongoing to trace those suppliers.
What was the separate theft case reported by Bengaluru police?
Bengaluru police arrested a domestic worker who had been employed for nearly 18 years by a Jayanagar resident. The accused confessed to stealing 262 grams of gold jewellery, 2.366 kg of silver articles, ₹65,000 in cash, and five silk sarees — with a total assessed value of approximately ₹50 lakh.
