Punjab Police have successfully dismantled a cross-border drug and illegal arms smuggling operation in Batala, Punjab, arresting three individuals, including a juvenile. The operation led to the seizure of 6.5 kg of heroin, a .30-calibre pistol with six live cartridges, and ₹1 lakh (approximately $1,200 USD) in suspected drug money. The arrests were made following the interrogation of two suspects linked to an extortion-related incident that occurred on March 30. Police officials, including Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, indicated that the operation reveals a strong nexus between extortion, drug trafficking, and illegal arms networks. Investigations have shown that the arrested individuals were acting on instructions from a handler based abroad. Authorities are continuing to probe the case to dismantle the entire smuggling network, with further arrests expected as the investigation unfolds.