Hyderabad Drug Bust: 4 Kg Ganja Seized in Borabanda, 3 Arrested
Hyderabad drug bust: H-NEW seizes 4 kg ganja in Borabanda, arrests 3 accused. Scooter and mobiles worth ₹2.5 lakh recovered in major crackdown.
In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, the Hyderabad Narcotics Enforcement Wing (H-NEW) along with Borabanda Police seized 4 kg ganja and arrested three accused in Borabanda, Hyderabad. The Hyderabad drug bust also led to the seizure of a scooter and mobile phones, with total property worth ₹2.5 lakh.
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3 Arrested in Hyderabad Ganja Case
Police identified the accused involved in the Borabanda ganja supply case:
Suppliers
- G. Rakesh (25), bike mechanic from Odisha
- Bt. Vijay Kumar (21), centring labour from Odisha
Local Peddler
- Kotha Tirumala Reddy (27), driver from Borabanda, Hyderabad
Seizure Details
During the operation, police recovered:
- 4 kilograms of ganja
- TVS Jupiter scooter (TS09EB8553)
- 3 mobile phones
The total seized items are valued at ₹2,50,000.
How the Drug Network Operated
According to investigators, the Hyderabad ganja racket followed a structured supply chain:
- Ganja was sourced from Odisha suppliers
- The peddler either traveled to Odisha or received deliveries in Hyderabad
- Drugs were sold locally at higher prices for profit
- Payments were collected via cash and UPI transactions
Background of the Accused
Police revealed that:
- The main accused Kotha Tirumala Reddy faced financial losses in business
- He later turned to ganja peddling for quick money
- The illegal trade was used to maintain a lavish lifestyle
Case Registered Under NDPS Act
The case has been registered at Borabanda Police Station under:
- NDPS Act sections 8(c), 20(b), 27(b)
- Crime No. 193/2026
Further investigation is ongoing to track other accused, including one absconding supplier from Odisha.
Public Advisory by Hyderabad Police
Hyderabad Police issued a strong warning:
- Drug abuse is affecting students, IT professionals, and youth
- Many are being drawn into illegal activities and addiction
- Citizens are urged to report drug-related information
Parents are advised to:
- Monitor children’s activities
- Stay alert to prevent drug abuse
The Hyderabad Borabanda ganja seizure of 4 kg and arrest of 3 accused by H-NEW highlights the city police’s continued efforts to crack down on drug networks. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to maintaining a drug-free and safe Hyderabad.
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