NewzVille Desk
In a ajor bust, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mumbai Zonal Unit, seized 1718 grams of Cocaine valued at approximately ₹17.18 crore in the illicit market. In a meticulously planned targeted operation against narcotics trafficking by DRI, one female Tanzanian passenger arriving from Entebbe (Uganda) at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) was examined thoroughly.
Acting on specific intelligence, DRI officers intercepted the passenger upon her arrival. Detailed examination of her baggage led to the recovery of 2 food packets containing white powder, 1 plastic container containing white powder and 1 pouch was found containing pellets containing white powdery substance.
DRI Officers also recovered two capsules that had been ingested by the passenger. Testing of the recovered substances, using NDPS field test kit, showed positive results for Cocaine.
The contraband was seized under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, and the passenger was arrested and remanded to judicial custody. Further investigations are underway.
