Amritsar, April 10 -- In a significant operation, Amritsar Rural Police have arrested three individuals for their involvement in cross-border drug trafficking and illegal monetary transactions, said an official on Thursday.

The apprehended accused have been identified as Ranjit Singh alias Rana, Gurdev Singh alias Gedi, and Shailendra Singh alias Selu.

The police have also recovered 500 gm of heroin, a Glock 9mm pistol (with 2 magazines), and Rs 33 lakh in hawala money.

An FIR has been registered at Lopoke police station in Amritsar, and efforts are underway to uncover the network's connections.

Taking to a social media post on X, DGP Punjab Police Gaurav Yadav wrote, "In a major crackdown on narco-hawala networks, Amritsar Rural Poli...