Haryana Director General of Police (DGP) Shatrujeet Kapur on Wednesday said that the narcotics detection dogs of Haryana Police have become an integral part of anti-drug strategy. From Hisar’s Rambo and Hansi’s Mahi to Sonipat’s Tom and Rony, Haryana Police’s well-trained narcotics-detection dogs, termed as its “K9 warriors”, are showing immense results in the state government’s ongoing crackdown against narcotics abuse. The exceptional sniffing abilities of these trained dogs, combined with the commitment of their handlers, have helped the police resolve several complex cases at the grassroots level. This success is not just of technology but of the unwavering loyalty these dogs show in the field every day, he added.
In a statement, DGP further said that in the first quarter of the year 2025, 28 FIRs were registered with the help of narcotic-detection dogs. In 2024, the dog squad assisted in registering 28 FIRs, with Mahi from Hansi district achieving the highest success. In 2023, 26 FIRs were registered with the help of the dogs, with Tom from Sonipat contributing significantly. Kapur further said that the FIRs registered in 2025 so far indicate that this year’s performance by the dog squad has been more impactful and extensive than in previous years. Hisar unit’s Rambo delivered the best performance by playing a decisive role in several cases
DGP further said that Rambo, Tom and Mahi are part of the state police force’s dog squads, which include 62 dogs trained in narcotics detection. Most of these dogs are Labradors or German Shepherds. Currently, at least one or more narcotics detection dogs are deployed in every district of Haryana. All these dogs undergo intensive training of at least six months, during which they are trained to detect narcotic odours, search suspicious locations, and stay calm and efficient in emergencies.
A special diet chart is prepared for each dog by a veterinarian and followed under the supervision of its handler, DGP Kapur said. “A narcotics refresher course is conducted every six months at the K-9 centre to retrain the dogs according to the latest trends. Daily morning and evening practice and exercise ensure that their fitness and skills remain sharp,” he added.
Praising the ‘K9 warriors’, DGP Kapur said, “In Haryana Police’s ongoing campaign against narcotic substances, while technical tools, human intelligence networks, and legal frameworks play a critical role, there exists a unique unit that reinforces this fight silently, with utmost dedication and efficiency.”