Udupi Police Seize Rs 36.29 Lakh Worth of Narcotics, Commit to Crackdown

On 24 June 2026, Udupi police destroyed drugs valued at 36.29 lakh rupees, according to an announcement by Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar. The raid is part of a broader effort to curb drug trafficking in the district.

Superintendent Shankar expressed concern over rising substance abuse among young people in Udupi and reiterated that the police department will tackle the menace at its roots through continuous enforcement and public awareness programmes.

The department plans to launch intensified drug monitoring and community outreach this year. The operation demonstrates a commitment to reducing drug-related offences in the region. Source: News Karnataka.