Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS Seize 311kg Methamphetamine Worth ₹1,800 Crore

The operation targeted a suspected Pakistani drug transfer near the International Maritime Boundary Line, highlighting cross-border smuggling challenges.

A joint operation by the Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS on April 12-13, 2025, led to the seizure of 311kg of methamphetamine valued at ₹1,800 crore.
The drugs were dumped into the Arabian Sea by smugglers from a Pakistani fishing boat after spotting the approaching patrol vessel.
The consignment, packed in waterproof packets, was recovered under challenging night conditions and transported to Porbandar for further investigation.
Intelligence indicated the narcotics were loaded onto the Pakistani vessel at Pasni Port for mid-sea transfer to an Indian boat from Tamil Nadu.
This operation underscores the growing use of Gujarat’s maritime routes by international drug cartels and the effectiveness of inter-agency collaboration in combating smuggling.