Kerala Launches Operation Toofan to Tackle Narcotics Trafficking and Money Laundering

The Kerala government has launched Operation Toofan to combat narcotics trafficking and money laundering in the state. The campaign, which began on June 2, aims to disrupt drug supply chains and target financiers, suppliers, transporters, and habitual peddlers. The operation involves a coordinated effort between intelligence-led enforcement, financial investigation, prevention, rehabilitation, and community mobilisation.

As part of the campaign, specialized teams will track narcotics money through bank accounts, UPI transactions, and crypto wallets. A Central Intelligence and Analytics Cell will be established to collate information from seizures, dark-web activity, cryptocurrency flows, and confidential tip-offs. The cell will maintain dossiers on top 200 historically known drug offenders and 500 emerging offenders in Kerala.

At the ground level, 'Team Toofan' will operate at the sub-divisional level under the direct supervision of the Sub-Divisional Police Officer. Each team will have 16 personnel divided into four specialized units for information collection, detection, investigation assisting, and awareness.