Police successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle drugs across the border using drones, arresting one smuggler while two others managed to escape.

During the operation, two advanced drones and 4.5 kg of high-quality heroin were recovered.

The confiscated heroin is worth PKR 7 million, while the drones are valued at PKR 5 million.

The suspects were traveling on a motorcycle towards Badwal Motor when they were intercepted at a police checkpoint.

Police have launched a search operation to apprehend the remaining suspects.

The Narowal border is a significant area along the Pakistan-India border, located in the Narowal District of Punjab, Pakistan. It holds geographical, historical, and security-related importance, making it a key point of interest in bilateral relations between the two countries.

Narowal and Gurdaspur Border

Geographically, Narowal is situated in Pakistan’s Punjab province, adjacent to India’s Gurdaspur District in Punjab. The region consists of several villages and vast agricultural lands, with the Ravi River flowing nearby. The proximity of the river adds to its strategic importance, as it has historically influenced both agriculture and security measures along the border.

One of the most notable aspects of the Narowal border is the Kartarpur Corridor, which provides Sikh pilgrims from India visa-free access to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur in Pakistan. Opened in November 2019, this corridor connects Dera Baba Nanak in India to Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur, the final resting place of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. This initiative has been widely appreciated for promoting religious tourism and strengthening people-to-people ties.

Security along the Narowal border remains a crucial concern. The area is heavily monitored by Rangers and India’s Border Security Force (BSF) due to potential cross-border activities such as smuggling, illegal crossings, and drone surveillance. In recent years, several incidents involving the use of drones for narcotics smuggling have been reported, prompting increased vigilance and enhanced security measures.

Unlike the Wagah Border, which serves as a key trade route between India and Pakistan, the Narowal border does not facilitate major commercial trade. However, the Kartarpur Corridor has played a vital role in improving connectivity between people on both sides, particularly within the Sikh community, by providing them an opportunity to visit a revered religious site.