Leh: Police Station Leh received credible and specific information regarding a person identified as Jigmet Chosgyal, son of Nurbroo Dorjay, aged 21, a resident of Chumathang and presently residing at Police Colony, Choglamsar, who was reportedly arriving in Leh from Delhi on an IndiGo Airlines flight while allegedly carrying a quantity of heroin (locally known as Chitta).

Acting on the information, a case under Sections 8/21 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act was registered at Police Station Leh, and an investigation was initiated.

During the course of the investigation, police recovered approximately 21.02 grams of suspected heroin from the possession of the accused near KBR Airport, Leh. The substance was reportedly concealed in his personal carry bag among clothes and other belongings.

The accused was subsequently taken into police custody in connection with the case. As per the press note, his close relatives were also informed about the grounds and nature of his arrest.

During preliminary interrogation, it reportedly emerged that the recovered contraband had been procured from Nayagaon, Chandigarh. Further investigation is underway to establish the source of the substance and identify any other persons who may be involved in the alleged drug supply network.

The recovery is being described in the press note as unprecedented in Ladakh to date. Police are continuing their investigation to ascertain the full extent of the case.

Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.