Davangere Police Crackdown Leads to 23 Drug-Related Cases in One Week

The Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) of Davangere district has launched a major crackdown on the illegal sale and consumption of narcotics. Over the past week, police registered cases against 23 individuals involved in various drug-related activities across the region. In a targeted operation at Manome Layout, officers arrested 23-year-old Mohammed Sahil for <b>allegedly selling ganja</b>. Authorities seized 300 grams of the substance and ₹1,100 in cash. Sahil reportedly faces prior charges under the NDPS Act. Additionally, 22 other individuals were booked for <b>alleged drug consumption</b> across multiple police station jurisdictions, including Badaavane, K.T.J. Nagar, and Santhebennur. These operations were conducted under the direct supervision of senior district police officials The police department remains committed to curbing the narcotics trade through sustained enforcement drives.