Bangalore Airport Bust: Dual Drug Seizures Totalling ₹2 Crore
Customs officials at Bangalore's Kempegowda International Airport have detained two passengers in separate incidents for allegedly smuggling hydroponic ganja. The contraband seized was valued over ₹2 crore. Both cases involved false-bottom suitcases or checked baggage, and arrests were made under the NDPS Act. Investigations continue.
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At Kempegowda International Airport, customs officials have apprehended two passengers on allegations of hydroponic ganja smuggling worth over ₹2 crore.
In the first incident on February 7, a passenger arriving from Bangkok was detained, with authorities seizing 1.8 kg of hydroponic ganja valued at ₹63 lakh. The substance was ingeniously hidden in a suitcase with a false bottom.
On February 6, another case unfolded when a traveler from Hong Kong was intercepted, leading to the confiscation of 5.05 kg of the drug valued at ₹1.76 crore. Arrests were made under the NDPS Act, and further investigations are in progress.
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