Delhi Police Establishes Anti-Narcotics Task Force to Combat Drug Syndicates
Intel ops, tracking kingpins: Eye on pan-India drug syndicates, Delhi Police’s ANTF now a specialised unit
The Indian Express
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In response to a surge in drug-related cases, the Delhi Police has formed a specialized Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) to dismantle interstate drug syndicates. This initiative aims to enhance intelligence-driven operations and improve coordination with state and national agencies, addressing a significant increase in narcotic cases over the past five years.
- 01The Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) is established to combat drug syndicates in Delhi.
- 02Narcotic cases in Delhi surged from 566 in 2021 to 2,154 by 2025.
- 03The ANTF will operate with a larger team and enhanced authority to register FIRs.
- 04The unit will coordinate with the Narcotics Control Bureau and other state police forces.
- 05Recent operations have led to significant drug seizures, including a ₹13,000-crore trafficking racket.
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In a bid to tackle the escalating drug problem in Delhi, the Delhi Police has launched the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF). This specialized unit was formed due to a threefold increase in narcotic drug cases, from 566 in 2021 to 2,154 in 2025. The ANTF will focus on intelligence-driven operations, targeting drug kingpins and dismantling interstate syndicates. It aims to enhance the police's capacity to intercept drug consignments before they reach the streets of Delhi. The unit is set to grow to over 200 staff members, including officers with strong records in drug busts, and will operate from a new facility in South Delhi's Malviya Nagar. The formation of the ANTF aligns with national efforts to curb drug trafficking, coordinating with the Narcotics Control Bureau and other state police forces for effective intelligence sharing. Recent statistics indicate that the Trans-Yamuna districts have seen the highest number of drug seizures, with significant busts including a ₹13,000-crore drug trafficking operation in 2024, highlighting the urgent need for this specialized unit.
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The establishment of the ANTF is expected to significantly enhance the capacity of the Delhi Police to combat drug trafficking, potentially reducing drug-related crimes and improving public safety.
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