Archive · 13 Dec 2025
Karnataka Warns of Bulldozer Action in Drug Cases
The Karnataka government has warned that it will use bulldozers to demolish the homes of people involved in drug peddling.
They have also deported about 300 foreign nationals in the last two years for drug-related offenses.
The number of drug cases has been increasing, with 4,168 cases in 2024 and 5,747 cases so far this year.
The government has set up an Anti-Narcotics Task Force to fight against drugs.
In Hyderabad, the police have announced that drug offenders will be monitored like history-sheeters.
They are strengthening their narcotics enforcement wing and will hold monthly meetings to share intelligence and track suspicious activities.
The police are also focusing on monitoring foreign nationals, especially those arriving on medical visas, to prevent drug trafficking.
Karnataka government warns of bulldozing homes of drug peddlers.
300 foreign nationals deported for drug peddling in the last two years.
Drug cases in Karnataka have increased, with 5,747 cases registered this year.
Hyderabad police to monitor drug offenders like history-sheeters and strengthen narcotics enforcement.
Monthly inter-agency coordination meetings to be held to review case progress and share intelligence.
- Who
- Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara, Hyderabad Commissioner of Police V.C. Sajjanar, and respective state governments
- What
- Warning of bulldozer action against drug peddlers' homes, deportation of foreign nationals, and enhanced narcotics enforcement in Hyderabad
- When
- During the Winter Session of the Karnataka Legislature and a high-level coordination meeting in Hyderabad
- Where
- Karnataka and Hyderabad, India
- Why
- To combat the increasing production, sale, and consumption of narcotics in the states
Government Action
Legal Concerns
Demolition of Properties
Government Action
The Karnataka government has threatened to bulldoze the homes of drug peddlers to combat the increasing drug menace.
Legal Concerns
The Supreme Court has ruled that demolishing properties without due process is against the law.
- Action Threatened
- Bulldozing homes of drug peddlers
- Foreign Nationals Arrested
- 300 deported in last two years
- Drug Cases in 2024
- 4,168 registered, 1,833 convictions
- Drug Cases in 2023 (till Nov 15)
- 5,747 registered, 1,079 convictions
- Bengaluru Drug Offences in 2023
- 1,078 offences, 1,543 arrests, 52 foreign nationals
- Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing
- Strengthened with new teams for intelligence gathering
- Inter-Agency Coordination
- Monthly meetings to review case progress and share intelligence
- Foreign Nationals Monitoring
- Strict vigil at airports and tracking of suspicious passengers
Sources
Now, Congress Govt in Karnataka warns of bulldozer action in drug cases
Six held in Tumakuru drug bust; 8 kg ganja, MDMA seized
Drug Offenders to be Monitored Akin to History-Sheeters: Sajjanar
P Chidambaram Slams Karnataka Home Minister's Bulldozer Remark
