In a significant move against drug trafficking, Jhalawar Police have frozen assets valued at Rs 2.52 crore belonging to alleged drug smuggler Liyaqat Khan under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. This action, part of ‘Operation Divya Prahar 2.0’, targets properties believed to have been obtained through drug trade proceeds.
Superintendent of Police Amit Kumar stated that this measure prevents the accused and his associates from utilizing, selling, or transferring the unlawfully acquired assets. The objective is to disrupt the financial foundation of drug networks. The seized assets include two residential properties with an estimated market value of Rs 2,52,47,960.
The operation involved collaboration with the Revenue and Public Works Departments for asset verification and valuation. The process was overseen by District Collector Ajay Singh Rathore. Liyaqat Khan, a resident of Chachurni (Dag area), has a history of multiple narcotics smuggling cases. Authorities had previously seized 3,123 kg of Doda Chura and opium, along with a trailer truck and a Bullet motorcycle in earlier operations.
Described as an “economic strike” against organized drug networks, this action aims to weaken the financial roots of narcotics trafficking. ‘Operation Divya Prahar 2.0’, initiated in January 2026, signifies a shift towards targeting the financial aspects of drug trafficking. Officials emphasized that this move conveys a strong message against criminal networks sustained by illegal wealth.
The operation was executed by a team including Assistant Sub-Inspector Hemant Sharma, Head Constable Pinku Marotha, Constable Vikesh Kumar Sharma from the Cyber Police, and Constable Nitesh Yadav.
