Sri Lanka Police arrest over 310,000 suspects in One year of anti-drug operation
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The Sri Lanka Police arrested 310,200 suspects during the first year of the Ratama Ekata national anti-drug operation.
The police conducted 310,984 raids across the country between October 30, 2025, and October 29, 2026. The police seized several types of narcotics during this period, including 2,836 kg and 399 g of heroin, 3,553 kg and 348 g of crystal methamphetamine, known as Ice, and 302 kg and 262 g of cocaine.
The operation aims to reduce drug trafficking and abuse by targeting both supply and demand. The authorities used a strategy that included expanding police actions, rehabilitating users, launching prevention programs, and involving local communities. The Police Media Division reported that officials issued detention orders to 3,787 suspects and started investigations into the illegal assets of 450 people. Additionally, the police referred 2,622 individuals for rehabilitation.
