Hyderabad: Drug Scare at College in Punjagutta, Five Students Arrested
Drug scare in Punjagutta, Hyderabad: Police caught five students from the same college near Nagarjuna Circle and seized 10 grams of MDMA. Investigation is underway.

A drug-related incident at a college in Punjagutta, Hyderabad, has caused alarm after five students were caught by police while consuming drugs. The incident took place near Nagarjuna Circle, where police detained the students and seized 10 grams of MDMA from their possession.
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Police confirmed that all five accused are students of the same college, raising concerns over drug use among youngsters in the city’s educational institutions.
What Happened in the Punjagutta Drug Case
- The incident occurred in Punjagutta, near Nagarjuna Circle
- Police noticed suspicious activity and conducted a check
- Five college students were caught while consuming drugs
- 10 grams of MDMA was recovered during the operation
The students were immediately taken into custody for further questioning.
Students From Same College Identified
Officials said that the five detained youths were identified as students belonging to the same college. Police are now investigating:
- How the MDMA was procured
- Whether there is a larger drug network involved
- If drugs are being supplied to other students
Police Action and Investigation Ongoing
Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the law and said strict action will be taken against those involved. Officials also warned that drug abuse near colleges and public places will not be tolerated, and more checks will be carried out in sensitive areas.
Rising Concern Over Drugs Near Colleges
The Punjagutta college drug case has once again highlighted the growing concern over drug use among students in Hyderabad. Authorities urged parents and college managements to remain alert and cooperate with police to prevent such incidents in the future.
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