The Border Security Force (BSF) foiled a smuggling attempt in Punjab`s Amritsar and seized three packages suspected to be containing 3.210 kg of heroin wrapped with adhesive tape, the force said on Saturday. This is the third seizer of suspected smuggled heroin in recent time by the BSF in Amritsar. On December 24, 2023 BSF arrested three smugglers who were trying to get away with the consignment of heroin. 

"In the early hours of January 6th, 2024, at around 5:30 AM, alert Border Security Force (BSF) personnel stationed at the border uncovered a dropping sound near the border fence in the proximity of Village-Daoke, District-Amritsar", the BSF said in a press statement.