Police Raid Illegal Drug De-Addiction Centres in Malerkotla, Arrest Three
Malerkotla police, under the Yudh Nashian Virudh campaign, have raided two illegal drug de-addiction centres in Maholi Kalan and Bijoki Kalan villages, arresting three individuals. The centres operated without valid licenses, with one reportedly holding 48 patients captive and subjecting them to forced labor and assault. Authorities emphasize that de-addiction requires medical care and urge the public to use licensed facilities. Investigations and efforts to apprehend additional suspects are ongoing.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (47/100). Lens Score 58/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (42–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 24 Oct, 10:28 pm. Other outlets followed.