Overview

• The seizures were made during night duty on August 26 and 27 at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.
• Two Bangkok arrivals were intercepted after spot profiling, yielding 11.64 kg of suspected hydroponic cannabis from checked trolley bags.
• Two Phuket arrivals were stopped on specific intelligence, leading to the recovery of 8.01 kg concealed in checked luggage.
• All four passengers were arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985.
• Mumbai Customs valued the total 19.65 kg haul at approximately Rs 19.65 crore and said inquiries are underway to identify sources, intended recipients and associates.