Tambaram Police Arrest 164 and Seize 255 kg of Ganja in 10-Day Anti-Drug Drive
The Tambaram City Police arrested 164 suspects and registered 132 cases during a massive 10-day anti-narcotics crackdown in Tambaram. The special drive, which concluded on July 6, 2026, led to the seizure of 255 kilograms of ganja and 500 painkiller tablets across the city's suburban jurisdiction.
The intensive local operation was part of a coordinated regional effort to curb the illegal possession, transportation, and sale of narcotic substances. Over the 10 days leading up to July 6, police teams in Tambaram focused on tracking drug networks and apprehending those involved in the trade, resulting in a significant haul of contraband.
In addition to the local crackdown in Tambaram, a parallel week-long special drive was conducted by the Greater Chennai Police from June 28 to July 4, 2026. Acting on the directions of Greater Chennai Police Commissioner A. Amalraj, authorities intensified actions against narcotics across all 12 police districts in the metropolitan area.
The Anti-Narcotics Intelligence Unit (ANIU) also stepped up its surveillance during this period. The unit worked to identify drug networks, track peddlers of both narcotic drugs and synthetic substances, and gather intelligence to assist local station house inspectors in making arrests.
During the Chennai-wide operations, police teams led by station house inspectors conducted rigorous surveillance and vehicle checks at key locations. These efforts led to the registration of 33 cases and the arrest of 54 individuals involved in the illegal transportation, storage, and clandestine sale of banned substances.
The seizures from the Chennai-wide drive included 46.6 kilograms of ganja, 12 grams of methamphetamine, and 386 tablets. Police also confiscated eight mobile phones, three two-wheelers, one car, and ₹800 in cash from the suspects. All arrested offenders from these operations were handed over to their respective local police stations for further legal proceedings.
