Law enforcement agencies have identified 70 drug dealers operating across Karachi through social media, mobile phones and WhatsApp, according to a report released by authorities on Wednesday.

The report said organised drug trafficking networks are active in seven districts of Karachi, with District South having the highest number of alleged dealers at 45.

Among those named in the report are Anmol alias Pinky, who is accused of large-scale online drug trafficking within the limits of Darakhshan police station, Sameera alias Baby in the Sadar police station area, and Lal Jan, along with Mehrunnas alias Babel in Site A.

According to the report, three alleged drug dealers were identified in District City, two in Malir, five in West, four in East, four in Kemari and seven in Central district.

The report further claimed that women are also actively involved in the network, while some suspects belong to other provinces.

Authorities said drugs, including ice, crystal and weed, are allegedly being supplied to students in schools, colleges and universities through online channels.

The sources said law enforcement agencies have intensified surveillance and operations in response to the growing trend of online drug trafficking in Karachi.