Drug Bust in Thane: Major Seizure and Arrests

In Thane district, Maharashtra, police seized drugs worth Rs 2.15 crore and arrested three individuals, including a Nigerian national. The operation is part of a broader campaign against drug trafficking, with significant seizures and arrests reported throughout 2025.

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, police in Thane district of Maharashtra have seized narcotic substances valued at approximately Rs 2.15 crore. Three individuals, including a Nigerian national, were arrested during the operation, which highlights the ongoing efforts to curb the illegal drug trade in the region.

The arrests were made following a police patrol in the Dombivali area, where officers intercepted the trio attempting to flee. A subsequent search revealed a stash of cocaine and mephedrone, according to official reports.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Atul Zende stated that this arrest is part of a larger campaign against drug trafficking in the Kalyan region. In 2025 alone, police registered 101 drug-related cases and apprehended 146 suspects, seizing a variety of banned substances worth over Rs 6.36 crore.

(With inputs from agencies.)