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.
