Navi Mumbai Police Seize ₹12 Crore in Drugs, Arrest 16 African Nationals

In a coordinated operation, authorities conducted raids across 25 locations, uncovering narcotics and targeting illegal residency.

The operation, codenamed 'Operation Garuda,' involved 150 police personnel and targeted drug trafficking networks in Navi Mumbai.
Raids in areas like Kharghar, Taloja, Koparkhairane, Ulwe, and Vashi resulted in the seizure of cocaine, mephedrone, methylene, charas, and marijuana worth ₹12 crore.
Thirteen suspects were arrested for drug possession, while three others were detained for holding fake passports and visas.
Notices to leave the country were issued to 73 African nationals residing in Navi Mumbai with expired passports and visas.
The operation was part of the 'Drug-Free Navi Mumbai' campaign initiated by Police Commissioner Milind Bharambe to combat drug trafficking and illegal residency.