Police conduct surprise checks at private student accommodations in Potheri - The HinduPublished - September 20, 2026 12:05 am IST - CHENNAIThe Tambaram City Police conducted surprise checks at private accommodations housing students in and around Potheri on Saturday, following information about the suspected possession and use of narcotic substances.The operation was conducted on the orders of Tambaram Police Commissioner Prem Anand Sinha and under the supervision of an Assistant Commissioner of Police. It involved five Inspectors, 10 Sub-Inspectors, and around 80 police personnel.Various private stay facilities and other accommodations occupied by students in Potheri were inspected, and 53 g of ganja was seized from six students. The substance, found in small quantities, was suspected to have been kept for personal consumption, the police said.Other drug-related materials were also recovered during the operation. The six students are being questioned about the source of the seized substances.The checks form a part of ongoing efforts to curb the possession and use of narcotic substances, particularly in areas with a large student population. Further inquiries and investigations are under way, the police said.Published - September 20, 2026 12:05 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }