Jagdish Singh Convicted in Punjab Drug Racket

A special PMLA court in Mohali has convicted 17 individuals, including the notorious drug racket kingpin Jagdish Singh alias Bhola, for their involvement in a money laundering case tied to a multi-crore synthetic narcotics operation. Bhola, a former deputy superintendent of police, received a 10-year prison sentence and a fine of Rs 50,000, with an additional year of imprisonment if the fine is unpaid. The case, which began in 2013, saw the Enforcement Directorate file charges against 24 individuals, but only 17 were convicted, as others were declared proclaimed offenders or died during the investigation. The other convicted associates received sentences ranging from 3 to 10 years. This ruling highlights the ongoing efforts to dismantle drug trafficking networks in Punjab, which have been a significant issue in the region.