HUBBALLI: In a major move to curb the drug menace and ensure public safety, the police department has initiated a rigorous inspection drive across the Twin Cities. Special teams are currently visiting chemical manufacturing units and retail outlets within the Hubballi-Dharwad city limits to verify licenses and stock details.
Focus on Narcotic Precursors
The primary objective of this operation is to prevent the manufacturing of illegal substances and the unauthorized sale of “precursor chemicals”—substances that can be diverted for the production of synthetic drugs. Authorities have been directed to identify any units operating without valid permits or those storing hazardous chemicals beyond the permitted limits.
Industrial Zones Under Surveillance
Industrial belts, including those near Gokul Road, Tarihal, and the Dharwad-Belagavi road, are under close watch. The inspections are being carried out in coordination with the Pollution Control Board to ensure environmental compliance alongside legal safety standards.
Strict Warning to Violators
Police officials have issued a stern warning to factory owners and shopkeepers. “This is not a one-time drive. Continuous monitoring will remain in place. Anyone found stocking or selling chemicals without proper documentation will face immediate criminal charges,” a senior official stated.
Citizens are encouraged to report any suspicious chemical odors or activities in their neighborhoods to the nearest police station.