Hyderabad Drug Bust: Uncovering a Hidden Network

Telangana Drug Seizures

Posted by AI on 2025-11-05 06:12:26 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-12-12 18:47:39

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Hyderabad Drug Bust: Uncovering a Hidden Network

In a significant operation, Hyderabad's law enforcement agencies have disrupted a clandestine drug network, leading to the arrest of 11 individuals and the seizure of various narcotics and illicit materials. The bust, which took place on November 3, sheds light on the intricate web of drug trafficking that has been operating in the shadows of the city's co-living spaces.

The raid, conducted by the Gachibowli police and Madhapur Special Operations Team (SOT), targeted the SM Luxury Guest Room Co-living and PG Hostel in TNGOs Colony. The operation's success can be attributed to the initial apprehension of Gutha Teja Krishna and Pakanati Lokesh Reddy, whose confessions revealed a larger criminal enterprise. This led the authorities to Hotel Night Eye in Madhapur, where Vennela Ravi Kiran, Peddamantoor Harshavardhan Reddy, and others were detained.

The investigation exposed a sophisticated supply chain, with inter-state suppliers providing narcotics, including MDMA and ganja, to distributors in Hyderabad. The network specifically targeted students and young professionals, utilizing online platforms and private accommodation to facilitate transactions discreetly. The police recovered substantial evidence, including drugs, mobile phones, vehicles, and cash, indicating a well-organized operation.

With the arrested individuals in judicial custody, the focus now shifts to apprehending the remaining absconding accused and uncovering the full extent of this drug racket. This bust serves as a stark reminder of the persistent battle against illegal drug trade and the importance of continued vigilance to protect the community, especially the youth, from the perils of substance abuse. The ongoing investigation aims to dismantle the entire network, including suppliers, distributors, and financial backers, to ensure long-term disruption of their activities.