Archive · 13 Nov 2025
Prakasam Police Seize 3 kg of Ganja at Ongole Railway Station
Police in Prakasam district are working hard to stop people from bringing illegal drugs like ganja into the area.
They searched trains and stations, and they found 3 kilograms of ganja on one train.
They also caught a man named S. Govindan who was traveling with the ganja.
Police are telling everyone that they will take serious action against anyone involved with drugs.
They also asked people to report any suspicious activity they see, promising to keep it a secret.
This is part of a bigger effort to make the district safer from drugs.
Prakasam Police conducted a district-wide drive against narcotics, focusing on Ongole Railway Station and express trains.
Three kilograms of ganja were seized from the Ernakulam Express between Ongole and Kavali.
S. Govindan, a 39-year-old from Chennai, was detained in connection with the ganja seizure.
The police, supported by various units including the dog squad, searched coaches, platforms, and parcel areas.
Authorities are urging citizens to report drug-related activities through provided contact numbers and assuring informant confidentiality.
- Who
- Prakasam Police and S. Govindan (39) from Chennai
- What
- Seizure of 3 kg of ganja and detention of one individual during a crackdown on narcotics.
- When
- During a district-wide drive against ganja and other narcotics, with specific checks on the Ernakulam Express.
- Where
- Ongole Railway Station and onboard the Ernakulam Express between Ongole and Kavali in Prakasam district.
- Why
- As part of intensified efforts to combat the transport, sale, and consumption of narcotics.
Law Enforcement
Drug Smugglers
Goal of Operations
Law Enforcement
To crack down on ganja and other narcotics transportation and consumption, ensuring strict action against offenders.
Drug Smugglers
To transport and smuggle illicit substances, evading detection.
Methods Used
Law Enforcement
Intensive checks on railway stations, express trains, platforms, and parcel areas, utilizing police teams, special parties, and a dog squad.
Drug Smugglers
Utilizing express trains for transporting ganja between stations.
- Ganja Seized
- 3 kg
- Arrested Individual
- S. Govindan (39), of Shantinagar, Anakaputhur, Kanchipuram district, Chennai
- Location of Seizure
- Ongole Railway Station and onboard the Ernakulam Express between Ongole and Kavali
- Date of Operation
- During a district-wide drive against ganja and other narcotics
- Authorities Involved
- Prakasam Police, Women Police Station CI Sudhakar, Special Party, Eagle Team, RPF, GRP, Dog Squad
- Reporting Channels for Information
- Toll-free 1972, Dial 112, WhatsApp 9121102266
