A massive codeine syrup racket unravels as Dynamite News reaches kingpin Shubham Jaiswal’s lavish home. Fake pharma licences, missing masterminds, ED action, and global cartel links reveal a network far deeper and far more dangerous than anyone expected.
128 FIRs registered so far
Varanasi: In a major breakthrough, Dynamite News has uncovered the deep-rooted nexus behind Uttar Pradesh’s illegal codeine cough syrup trade. The investigation team reached the lavish residence of the alleged mastermind, Shubham Jaiswal, marking the beginning of an on-ground probe into one of the state’s largest drug rackets.
The widespread illicit business has shaken the health system, prompting both the police and the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to launch parallel investigations.
Codeine Cough Syrup Racket Exposed: 128 FIRs registered so far, officials under probe
To unravel the ₹5,000-crore drug nexus, the Dynamite News team travelled to Jaiswal’s residence. The massive operation allegedly involves the trafficking of codeine-based cough syrup, supplied across the state using fake licences issued in the name of bogus pharmaceutical companies. By reaching the core of the operation, the team collected critical details that shed new light on the structure and functioning of the network.
A day earlier, an ED team arrived at Jaiswal’s home to serve an official notice. However, Jaiswal’s lawyer intercepted the officers, claiming that the accused was unwell and needed more time.
This development surfaced shortly after the Uttar Pradesh DGP formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the rising drug scandal. Meanwhile, speculation is strong that Jaiswal may be hiding abroad, though authorities have yet to find any concrete lead about his current location.
One of the most alarming revelations by the investigation team is the creation of thousands of fraudulent pharma licences. These bogus approvals enabled the large-scale distribution of narcotic cough syrup worth crores across multiple districts. The extent of forgery indicates the presence of a well-organised drug cartel, pointing to a sophisticated system designed to flood the state with illegal narcotics.
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According to police and central agencies, Shubham Jaiswal’s operations extend far beyond Uttar Pradesh. Evidence suggests that the network has international connections, proving that the illegal trade is part of a global supply chain rather than a localised criminal activity.
Acknowledging the severity of the case, the SIT is now scrutinising every angle of the drug network. Its primary focus is identifying the officials and individuals who facilitated the issuance of fake licences and tracing the network’s operations across other states and foreign territories. So far, 128 FIRs have been registered, and the investigation continues to widen.
