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.

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.

(With inputs from agencies.)