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Kozhikode police arrest 586 in drug-related offences during June operation

Kozhikode police have apprehended 586 individuals as part of Operation Toofan, aimed at tackling drug-related crimes, with 573 cases registered since June 1. In light of this operation, authorities are set to improve road safety measures, focusing specifically on speeding buses, in response to concerns raised by the community.

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Jul 2, 2026 · 1 min read · 2 views
Kozhikode police arrest 586 in drug-related offences during June operation

Key Takeaways

  • •Kozhikode police arrested 586 individuals in just one month as part of Operation Toofan, which began on June 1.
  • •Authorities registered 573 narcotics-related cases during the operation, showcasing a significant crackdown on drug crimes.
  • •Police seized 6 kilograms of suspected cannabis and 317 grams of suspected MDMA, highlighting the scale of the operation.
  • •District Police Chief A.P. Shoukath Ali identified the Mananchira Comtrust Handloom Weaving Factory as a key hotspot for illegal activities.
  • •Following Operation Toofan's success, police plan to intensify efforts against speeding buses, responding to numerous community complaints.

Kozhikode police cracking down hard on drug crimes,arresting 586 since June 1 under Operation Toofan. District Police Chief A.P. Shoukath Ali said 573 narcotics cases registered during this month-long push.

Officers seized 6 kilograms of cannabis,317 grams of MDMA. Four cases involved commercial quantities,while 53 were smaller amounts. Most arrests under Section 27 of NDPS Act — 505 cases filed there.

Mr. Ali pointed to abandoned Mananchira Comtrust Handloom Weaving Factory as trouble spot for illegal activity. Police boosting surveillance,acting to curb it. Drugs top priority,but road safety now on radar too.

After Toofan's success,authorities plan crackdown on speeding buses. Mr. Ali called on community to help tackle reckless driving. Complaints piling up . Balancing drugs and traffic safety...a broader mission for Kozhikode. Where will it lead?

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