Opium Poppy Bust: Father and Son Arrested in Uttar Pradesh

In Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, Housla Prasad Patel and his son, Neeraj Patel, were arrested for illegally cultivating opium poppy on rented land. Authorities seized plants and pods worth Rs 1.5 crore. Legal proceedings have commenced under the NDPS Act following their arrest and the seizure.

In a significant crackdown, authorities in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj have arrested a father-son duo for illegal opium poppy cultivation.

The operation, which occurred in Dhaukari Kachar village, led to the seizure of opium plants and pods valued at Rs 1.5 crore.

Officials received a tip-off about the cultivation activities, resulting in Neeraj Patel being caught while tending to the plants. A case has been filed under relevant sections of the NDPS Act, with further legal actions underway.

(With inputs from agencies.)