Massive Drug Seizures in Delhi and Gujarat Highlight India's Anti-Narcotics Efforts

Indian authorities confiscated over 780 kg of narcotics in coordinated operations, reinforcing the government's commitment to a drug-free nation.

The Narcotics Control Bureau seized 82.53 kg of high-grade cocaine worth ₹900 crore in Delhi, marking one of the biggest hauls in the capital.
A joint operation by the NCB, Indian Navy, and Gujarat ATS captured 700 kg of methamphetamine from a vessel off the Gujarat coast.
The Gujarat operation led to the arrest of eight Iranian nationals, who were found on an unregistered vessel without identification documents.
Investigations revealed that the drug syndicates were operated by international groups using anonymous communication and hawala networks.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the operations as significant strides towards a drug-free Bharat, highlighting seamless inter-agency coordination.