Indian Coast Guard Seizes Ganja Near Maritime Boundary

The Indian Coast Guard intercepted over 53 kg of ganja, valued at Rs 60 lakh, near the India-Sri Lankan international maritime boundary. Conducted this morning, the operation involved an air-cushion vehicle identifying twelve abandoned packets on the First Island. The contraband will be handed to Customs.

The Indian Coast Guard has announced the successful interception of over 53 kilograms of ganja near the India-Sri Lankan international maritime boundary line. The haul is estimated to be worth Rs 60 lakh.

The operation, conducted this morning, saw the deployment of an air-cushion vehicle that discovered several packages on the First Island, near the IMBL. Further investigation led to the discovery of twelve abandoned packets on the island.

According to a statement from the Coast Guard, the seized contraband will be transferred to the Customs department for further action.

(With inputs from agencies.)