Guardian Minister Demands Action Following Drug Seizure Near Tuljapur

Maharashtra's Guardian Minister Pratap Sarnaik demands a report on a drug seizure near Tuljapur. He urged strict measures against those involved and questioned the local police's role. A mephedrone consignment worth Rs 2.5 lakh was intercepted, with three arrests, two of whom have past criminal records.

Guardian Minister of Maharashtra's Dharashiv district, Pratap Sarnaik, expressed serious concerns following a significant drug seizure near Tuljapur last week. During a meeting with district officials, Sarnaik, responsible for the transport portfolio, demanded a written report from the police within three days.

The minister was in Tuljapur to oversee developments at the Tulja Bhavani temple. He called for stringent actions against those involved in the drug trade, emphasizing that no one should be spared, regardless of their stature. 'The accused should be arrested and jailed,' he asserted to the Superintendent of Police.

Sarnaik urged law enforcement not to intimidate the temple priests who have spoken against the drug activities. On February 14, authorities seized mephedrone worth Rs 2.5 lakh, destined for Tuljapur. Crime Branch officers, along with local police, arrested three individuals, two with prior criminal records, in connection with the case.