What was the sentence for Dashrath alias Kamal in the opium smuggling case?

Dashrath alias Kamal was sentenced to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and fined Rs 1 lakh.

Why was Suraj Singh declared a proclaimed offender?

Suraj Singh was declared a proclaimed offender because he failed to appear in court proceedings after securing bail.

How much opium was seized during the arrest?

Police seized 3.5 kg of opium when Dashrath alias Kamal was arrested.

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Opium Smuggler Gets 10 Years in Jail

16 Feb

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Summary

Accused sentenced to 10 years rigorous imprisonment for opium smuggling.
Court declared co-accused a proclaimed offender for non-appearance.
Police seized 3.5 kg of opium from the convict.

In a nearly seven-year-old opium smuggling case, Dashrath alias Kamal, from Madhya Pradesh, has been sentenced to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 1 lakh fine by an additional sessions judge in Fatehabad. The court found him guilty of possessing a commercial quantity of contraband, with police having arrested him in Chimmo village with 3.5 kg of opium.

Dashrath had confessed that he was tasked by Suraj Singh, also from Madhya Pradesh, to deliver the opium for a commission. Suraj Singh was arrested by police but later absconded after securing bail. Consequently, the court declared him a proclaimed offender on March 25, 2025. The final verdict against Dashrath was delivered after a thorough examination of evidence and arguments.

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