A suspect from Bareilly was arrested with 114 grams of illegal heroin, commonly known as smack, near Tanakpur railway station in Champawat district on 22.10.2026, according to Champawat Police.
The arrest was made during a joint operation by the Special Operations Group (SOG) Champawat and Tanakpur Police. The action took place in the Bichai–Manihargoth area, close to the railway station.
What police reported
Champawat Police identified the operation as “Operation Prahar”. The available police account states that the team recovered 114 grams of heroin during the action and arrested one accused person.
The suspect’s name and further details about the alleged supply network were not included in the available information. The police account also does not provide details about the sections invoked, the registration of a case or the next stage of the investigation.
The seizure is relevant to residents and visitors in Tanakpur because the reported action occurred near a railway station and in a populated local area. However, the available information does not establish the suspect’s guilt. That will depend on the investigation and any subsequent court proceedings.
Conclusion
Champawat Police reported the arrest of a Bareilly suspect and the recovery of 114 grams of illegal heroin near Tanakpur railway station on 22.10.2026 during a joint SOG Champawat–Tanakpur Police operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When was the arrest made?
The arrest was made on 22.10.2026.
Q. Where did the action take place?
It took place near Tanakpur railway station in the Bichai–Manihargoth area.
Q. Which police units conducted the operation?
The operation was conducted jointly by SOG Champawat and Tanakpur Police.
Q. What was recovered?
Police reported the recovery of 114 grams of illegal heroin, commonly called smack.
Q. Where was the arrested suspect from?
The suspect was identified in the police account as being from Bareilly.
