Narcos Rajasthan: Battle against drone deliveries across Thar desert border

The BSF struggled to combat drug smuggling along Rajasthan’s border with Pakistan, dealing with frequent drone deliveries and inadequate staffing. Despite occasional successes like intercepting a Rs 65 crore heroin haul, the short-staffed force faced numerous challenges. The problem worsened due to understaffing and non-border duties. The ban on legal poppy husks shifted addiction to synthetic narcotics, exacerbating the crisis.