Major Drug Bust at Bengaluru Airport: Hydroponic Ganja Seized

A passenger arriving from Bangkok at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport was arrested after customs officials seized 6.05 kg of hydroponic ganja. The stash, valued at Rs 2.11 crore, was hidden in the passenger's checked luggage. The individual was detained under the NDPS Act, 1985.

Bengaluru International Airport became the scene of a significant drug bust on Tuesday, as customs officials arrested a passenger arriving from Bangkok.

The passenger was found in possession of 6.05 kg of hydroponic ganja, cleverly concealed in his checked luggage, with an approximate value of Rs 2.11 crore.

Officials confirmed that the unnamed accused has been detained under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act of 1985, marking a noteworthy interception in the ongoing fight against drug smuggling.

(With inputs from agencies.)