Sangrur, May 6 -- Sangrur police have busted the drug racket being run from the district jail with the arrest of an inmate and his accomplice, officials said on Monday.

The arrest led to the seizure of 4kg heroin, Rs.5.5 lakh drug money and a Glock 9mm pistol with two rounds.

Sangrur senior superintendent of police (SSP) Sartaj Singh Chahal said last month the police had searched jail premises leading to the recovery of 50 grams of opium, six smartphones, three keypad phones, four smartwatches, and various mobile accessories.

"An inmate, Gurvinder Singh, when questioned, revealed that he was operating a drug racket with the help of Manpreet Singh (24), who was out on bail. Manpreet, a resident of Amritsar was arrested, which led to the...