Massive Anti-Drug Operation in Patashpur: Acres of Poppy Cultivation Destroyed

• Police, administration, and excise department conducted a joint operation in Patashpur 1 block, East Medinipur.
• Illegal poppy cultivation spanning acres along the Keleghai River was destroyed.
• Approximately 140 kg of poppy plants and pods were seized during the raid.
• The operation aimed to curb illegal drug production; no arrests made yet, investigation ongoing.
• Officials are identifying landowners and masterminds behind the cultivation, strict action promised.